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Why Choose Dental Crowns?
Crowns are used to restore and enhance teeth that are damaged, or to replace missing teeth. A crown, also called a cap, is used to entirely cover a damaged tooth. A crown not only strengthens the tooth, but it can also dramatically improve the tooth's appearance, shape and alignment.
Crowns may be used to…
- Replace a large filling when there is little tooth structure remaining
- Protect a weak tooth from fracturing
- Restore a fractured tooth
- Attach a bridge
- Cover a dental implant
- Cover a discolored or poorly-shaped tooth
- Cover a tooth that has had root canal treatment
Protect a Damaged Tooth:
Crowns reinforce teeth that have been weakened by decay, cracks, or large fillings.
Improve Appearance:
They can enhance the shape, size, and color of a tooth, creating a beautiful, natural-looking smile.
Restore Function:
Crowns improve chewing ability and speech clarity.
Support a Dental Bridge:
They can anchor a dental bridge to replace missing teeth.
Complete a Dental Implant:
Crowns are often placed on top of dental implants to replace a missing tooth from root to crown.
When Are Dental Crowns Recommended?
Extensive Tooth Decay:
When a large filling is not sufficient to restore a tooth.
Cracked or Fractured Tooth:
To prevent further damage and restore its strength.
Root Canal Treatment:
A crown is often placed after a root canal to protect the treated tooth.
Cosmetic Enhancement:
To improve the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth.
The Dental Crown Process:
Preparation:
The tooth is prepared by removing any decay and shaping it to accommodate the crown.
Impressions:
Impressions are taken to create a custom-fit crown.
Temporary Crown:
A temporary crown is placed to protect the tooth while your permanent crown is being made.
Placement:
Your custom-made crown is cemented in place, restoring your tooth's function and appearance.