Dental Crowns Near Me
We have resin, metal, porcelain, and ceramic dental crowns for yourtooth’s restoration. Dental crowns are used to cover damage to a tooth. A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is fitted on top of a damagedtooth to protect the tooth from further damage. A crown is only placedafter treatment of your underlying problem. If you have tooth decay,your dentist will first address the problem before placing thecrown.
A dental crown can be used in these situations
To protect a weak tooth
To support a dental implant
To support a dental bridge
To restore a broken tooth
To cover and support a tooth with a large filling
To cover a discolored tooth
Dental crowns are usually done in two appointments even thoughsingle-appointment procedures are also possible.
Dental crown placement in two appointments
The steps involved include;
X-ray examination of the affected tooth
Filling the outer layer of the tooth
Creating an impression of the filled tooth and surroundingteeth
Temporary crown placement
Cementing the crown after a few weeks
Same-day procedure (one appointment)
With a same-day procedure;
Your dentist takes digital images of your mouth and creates yourcrown in approximately an hour or 2.
Once the crown is ready, your dentist fits it intoplace.
Approximate waiting time is 4 hours.
Care for dental crowns
Brush with care. We recommend brushing your teeth at least twicea day. Consider using toothpaste made for sensitive teeth especially ifyour natural teeth are sensitive to temperature changes.
Floss daily to avoid plaque build-up between teeth.
Avoid hard foods. While a metal crown can sustain hard biting andchewing, other types can’t. Chewing ice or hard foods might cause acrack on your crown.
If you grind or clench your teeth at night, request a nightguard.
Are you a candidate for dental crowns? Call us to find out.
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