Dental Crowns

Benefits of Dental Crowns

Dental crowns offer several benefits for individuals with damaged or weakened teeth. Here are the key advantages of dental crowns:

• Protection and Strengthening: Dental crowns provide a protective covering that encases the damaged tooth, shielding it from further decay, cracks, or fractures. They help to strengthen and restore the tooth’s structure, allowing for improved functionality and longevity.

• Enhanced Aesthetics: Crowns can significantly improve the appearance of teeth by covering discoloration, misshapenness, or severe staining. They are custom-made to match the color, shape, and size of natural teeth, resulting in a seamless and natural-looking smile.

• Durability and Longevity: Crowns are made from high-quality materials such as porcelain, ceramic, or metal alloys, ensuring their durability and long-lasting performance. With proper oral hygiene and regular dental care, dental crowns can provide reliable functionality for many years.

• Restored Functionality: Damaged teeth can affect proper biting, chewing, and speaking. Dental crowns restore the tooth’s functionality, enabling patients to enjoy normal eating and speaking patterns without discomfort or limitations.

• Comfort and Fit: Crowns are custom-made to fit the unique contours of each patient’s tooth. This personalized approach ensures a comfortable and precise fit that feels natural and allows for proper bite alignment.

• Versatility: Dental crowns can be used in various dental procedures, including restoring heavily decayed or damaged teeth, covering dental implants, supporting dental bridges, and protecting teeth after root canal therapy. Their versatility makes them a valuable solution for different dental needs.

• Improved Self-Confidence: Dental crowns can have a significant impact on a person’s self-esteem and confidence by improving the appearance of their smile. With a restored and aesthetically pleasing smile, individuals may feel more comfortable and confident in social and professional settings.

What is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is placed over a tooth to restore its strength, shape, and appearance. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, porcelain, or a combination of the two.

Dental crowns are used to treat a variety of dental problems, including:

• Decayed teeth that has reached the nerve

• Broken teeth or cracked teeth

• Root canals

• Worn-down teeth

Crowns can also be used to improve the appearance of teeth that are chipped, stained, or misshapen.

Types of Dental Crowns

There are four main types of dental crowns:

• Porcelain Crowns: Porcelain crowns are the most common type of crown. They are made of a strong ceramic material that is bonded to the tooth. Porcelain crowns are very natural-looking and can last for many years.

• Metal Crowns: Metal crowns are made of a strong metal alloy. They are less expensive than porcelain crowns, but they are not as natural-looking. Metal crowns can also show through the gums, which can be a problem for some people.

• Porcelain-fused-to-metal Crowns (PFM Crowns): PFM crowns are a combination of porcelain and metal. The metal provides strength and the porcelain provides a natural appearance. PFM crowns are a good option for people who want a strong and natural-looking crown.

• All-ceramic Crowns: All-ceramic crowns are made of a strong ceramic material that does not contain metal. They are the most natural-looking type of crown. All-ceramic crowns are a good option for people who want a crown that is as natural-looking as possible.

Procedures Used to Place Dental Crowns

There are two main procedures used to place dental crowns:

• Conventional Crowns: This is the traditional method of placing a crown. In this procedure, the dentist will first prepare the tooth by removing some of the enamel and dentin. The dentist will then take an impression of the tooth and send it to a dental laboratory. The dental laboratory will create a custom-made crown based on the impression. Once the crown is ready, the dentist will cement it onto the tooth.

• Same-day Crowns: This is a newer procedure that allows you to get a crown in a single appointment. In this procedure, your dentist will use a computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) system to create a custom-made crown in the office. The crown is then cemented onto the tooth.

The procedure used to place a dental crown will vary depending on the type of crown and the dentist’s preference. However, the general steps involved in placing a crown are as follows:

• Preparation: The dentist will prepare the tooth by removing some of the enamel and dentin. This is done to create a space for the crown and to ensure that the crown will fit snugly.

• Impression or Scan: The dentist will take an impression of the tooth or scan it. This is done so that the dental laboratory can create a custom-made crown or we mill the crown in house. We base this on the clinical situation.

• Crown Fabrication: The dental laboratory will create a custom-made crown based on the impression.

• Cementation: Your dentist will cement the crown onto the tooth.

The entire procedure to place a dental crown typically takes two appointments. The first appointment is for the preparation of the tooth and the taking of the impression. The second appointment is for the cementation of the crown.

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Why You Should Choose Us for Dental Crown Services

There are many reasons why you should choose Wilson Dental Associates for dental crown services. Here are a few of the reasons:

• We have a team of experienced and qualified dentists who are experts in placing dental crowns.

• We use the latest technology and techniques to ensure that your crowns are placed correctly and that you have a positive experience.

• We offer a wide range of dental crowns to choose from, so you can find the perfect crown for your needs and budget.

• We offer affordable dental crown services, so you can get the smile you want without breaking the bank.

• We offer a variety of financing options to make dental crowns more affordable for you.

• We offer a satisfaction guarantee on all of our dental crown services.

• We are confident that you will be happy with our dental crown services.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help you achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.