Dental Crowns
About service:
A dental crown is a custom restoration designed to cover and protect a damaged or weakened tooth. Crowns can restore function, improve appearance, and help protect teeth that have been significantly affected by decay, cracks, large fillings, wear, or root canal treatment.
When Is a Dental Crown Recommended?
A crown may be recommended to: - Protect a weakened or cracked tooth - Restore a badly broken or worn tooth - Cover a tooth with a large restoration - Restore a tooth after root canal therapy - Improve the shape or appearance of a tooth - Support certain dental bridges - Restore a dental implant What to Expect Crown treatment commonly takes two visits.
At the first appointment, the tooth is prepared and an impression or digital scan is taken. A temporary crown may be placed while your final restoration is created.
At the next appointment, the temporary is removed and the final crown is evaluated for fit, bite, and appearance before being secured in place.
Natural-Looking Restorations Modern dental materials allow crowns to be designed to blend naturally with your smile. The material recommended for your crown will depend on the location of the tooth, functional demands, cosmetic considerations, and your individual needs.