What to Know About Dental Crowns?
Restore your smile with a dental crown, a durable restoration that fully covers and protects a compromised tooth. At our practice, we provide a range of high-quality options, including ceramic and porcelain crowns, plus the convenience of same-day CEREC crowns made on-site! Each crown is custom-crafted to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. Crowns are often recommended for teeth that are cracked, broken, or have extensive fillings that compromise their strength.
Why You Might Need Crowns?
Dental crowns are versatile, protective caps that restore and strengthen damaged teeth, and they can be used on almost any tooth. You might need a crown for several common reasons:
- A tooth is cracked or broken: Crowns provide essential protection and restore the tooth's integrity.
- A large filling is weakening the tooth: When a filling is too extensive, a crown can reinforce the tooth's structure.
- After a root canal treatment: Crowns are often placed post-root canal to protect the treated tooth from further damage.
- To relieve severe sensitivity: A crown can cover and shield a tooth experiencing extreme sensitivity.
- To replace an old or worn crown: Old crowns can wear down or become damaged over time and may need replacement to maintain protection.
How They Work?
A dental crown is like a cap that's cemented onto your existing tooth, fully covering the part visible above your gum line. Essentially, it becomes your tooth's new, protective outer surface. While crowns can be made from various materials, porcelain is a popular choice because it closely matches the natural color and translucency of your teeth and offers excellent strength.
Why They Matter?
When a tooth isn't strong enough to support a filling, a crown (or a partial crown, called an onlay) can provide the necessary protection.
We partner with a skilled dental laboratory technician who carefully examines your bite and jaw movements to craft a custom crown from your unique tooth impression.
