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Dental Crowns: Restore Your Smile, Strength, and Confidence
What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown, often referred to as a "cap," is a custom-made, tooth-shaped cover that is placed over an entire tooth, all the way down to the gum line. Its purpose is to restore a damaged tooth's shape, size, strength, and improve its appearance. When cemented into place, a crown fully encases the visible portion of the tooth, becoming its new outer surface.
Why Would You Need a Dental Crown?
Dental crowns are a versatile solution recommended for a variety of dental concerns, including:
- Protecting a weak tooth from breaking or holding together parts of a cracked tooth.
- Restoring an already broken tooth or a tooth that has been severely worn down.
- Covering and supporting a tooth with a large filling when there isn't a lot of tooth structure remaining.
- Holding a dental bridge in place.
- Covering misshapen or severely discolored teeth for cosmetic improvement.
- Covering a dental implant.
- Protecting a tooth after a root canal procedure.
Superior Materials for Lasting Results
We offer a range of high-quality materials for your dental crown, each chosen for its unique properties in aesthetics, strength, and durability. Your dentist will discuss the best option for your specific needs, considering the tooth's location, your bite, and your aesthetic goals.
- All-Ceramic (Porcelain):
- Pros: Offers the most natural tooth-like appearance, making it ideal for front teeth. Excellent for patients with metal allergies.
- Cons: Can be less durable than metal or zirconia in high-stress areas.
- Zirconia:
- Pros: Extremely strong and highly durable, making it suitable for both front and back teeth. Offers excellent aesthetics, mimicking the translucency of natural teeth. Biocompatible.
- Cons: Can be harder on opposing teeth than porcelain.
- Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM):
- Pros: Provides a strong bond to the underlying metal structure, offering excellent durability. A good balance of strength and aesthetics.
- Cons: The metal sub-structure can sometimes show through as a dark line at the gum line, especially as gums recede.
- Gold (Metal Alloys):
- Pros: Extremely strong and durable, resistant to fracture and wear. Very long-lasting and requires minimal tooth reduction. Excellent for back teeth.
- Cons: Metallic color is not aesthetically pleasing for most patients.
The Dental Crown Treatment Process: What to Expect
The process of getting a dental crown typically involves two visits to our office:
Visit 1: Preparation & Impression
- Examination & Preparation: Your dentist will numb the tooth and surrounding gum tissue. The tooth will then be carefully shaped and reduced to create space for the crown.
- Impressions: Accurate impressions (molds) of your prepared tooth and the surrounding teeth will be taken. These impressions are sent to a dental laboratory where your custom crown will be meticulously fabricated.
- Temporary Crown: A temporary crown will be placed over your prepared tooth to protect it and maintain its position while your permanent crown is being made.
Visit 2: Placement of Permanent Crown
- Removal of Temporary Crown: Your temporary crown will be carefully removed, and your tooth will be cleaned.
- Fitting & Adjustment: Your new, permanent crown will be carefully placed and checked for proper fit, bite alignment, and aesthetics.
- Permanent Cementation: Once you and your dentist are completely satisfied, the crown will be permanently bonded to your tooth using a strong dental cement.
Key Benefits of Choosing Our Dental Crowns
- Natural Appearance: Custom-matched to your existing teeth in color, shape, and size for a seamless smile.
- Enhanced Strength & Protection: Protects damaged, weak, or fractured teeth from further decay or breakage.
- Improved Functionality: Restores your ability to chew and speak comfortably.
- Long-Lasting Solution: With proper care, dental crowns can last 10-15 years, or even longer.
- Boosted Confidence: Reclaim a healthy, beautiful smile you'll be proud to show off.
- Personalized Care: We use advanced technology and a meticulous approach to ensure your crown fits perfectly and looks natural.
Caring for Your New Dental Crown
Caring for your crown is similar to caring for your natural teeth:
- Maintain excellent oral hygiene: Brush twice daily and floss once a day to prevent decay around the crown's margin and maintain gum health.
- Avoid chewing hard or sticky foods: Especially on your temporary crown, but also be mindful with your permanent crown to avoid chipping or dislodging it.
- Regular dental check-ups: Continue with routine dental examinations and cleanings to monitor the health of your crown and surrounding teeth.
- Address grinding/clenching: If you grind or clench your teeth (bruxism), a nightguard may be recommended to protect your crown and natural teeth.
Is a Dental Crown Right for You?
If you're experiencing tooth pain, sensitivity, have a damaged tooth, or are looking to enhance the aesthetics of your smile, a dental crown could be the ideal solution.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation! Our experienced team will thoroughly assess your oral health and discuss whether a dental crown is the best option to restore the health, function, and beauty of your smile.
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