A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth. Dentists use dental crowns to solve several dental dilemmas. Decatur Smiles can fit you with a beautiful new crown.
Crowns can remedy the following issues:
- A broken tooth with decay
- A poorly-fitting existing crown
- A decayed tooth that has lost a considerable amount of tooth structure
- A tooth that has had a root canal
- A tooth that is too small or misshapen
- A tooth that interferes with a proper bite
Before we can attach the crown to your tooth, we must prepare the tooth. Dentists often give you a local anesthetic to avoid pain during the prepping.
Your dentist will remove decay, if any, and shape the tooth to receive the crown. Then a mold is taken of the prepped tooth and surrounding teeth.
A temporary crown is then placed on the tooth to shield it until you return to receive the permanent restoration. The patient needs to be careful while wearing the temporary crown. Vigorous brushing or flossing can displace the crown or damage the exposed soft tissue. The patient should also avoid eating tough foods like nuts or sticky candy.
The mold of your teeth is sent to a dental lab where your crown is fabricated. Dental crowns are offered in three varieties: tooth-colored crowns made of resin or porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, and solid metal crowns.
Each type has its benefits and drawbacks. Your dentist will choose the right crown material for your particular tooth.
What if you need a permanent dental restoration for both the top and root of your tooth? A tooth implant is your solution.
For more specifics about complete dental restorations and other cosmetic dental solutions, call Decatur Smiles at 256-350-5820 today.
Contact Decatur Smiles:
256-350-5820
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1316 Somerville Rd SE Ste 2
Decatur, Alabama
35601
