Dental Crowns
If you have a tooth that has significant decay, or is chipped or cracked, a Dental Crown might be the right solution for preserving your tooth.
Dr. Tomar and Dr. Patel have extensive experience with crown prep and placement, and work with reputed, state of the art dental labs to get your crown designed and fabricated.
Using a highly precise intraoral 3D Scanner (which helps ensure that the crown will fit seamlessly in your mouth,) our dentists can help you avoid permanent loss of your tooth.
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What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown can be best defined as a cap wrapped around an existing tooth to provide additional support, enhanced strength, and an armor-like shield. Crowns are predominantly used in cases where the tooth has been damaged but not beyond repair.
This affected tooth can be saved by adding a customized tooth-shaped cover. The crowns can be made from various materials such as acrylic resin, porcelain, gold, or composite material. We will work with you to recommend the best material for your needs.
What can be expected during the procedure for a Crown?
The procedure for the fitting of a dental crown typically requires two dental appointments. In the first appointment, the surface of the tooth being treated is prepared.
The dentist will first numb the affected tooth area and remove any decayed sections. The tooth is then sculpted and prepared for eventually having a permanent crown placed on it. Digital impressions of the tooth are then taken, so that the lab can manufacture the customized crown. A temporary crown made of acrylic resin protects the tooth while the crown is being fabricated.
Once the customized crown has been manufactured and delivered to our office, we will schedule you for the next step. At the second appointment, the temporary crown will be removed, and the permanent crown is cemented on the affected tooth.
What are the advantages of getting a Dental Crown?
A dental crown can help restore a severely damaged tooth. Whether from tooth decay, trauma, or stress, damage to the outer tooth can be significant. A crown strengthens the tooth, making it as durable as a healthy tooth, and restores its full functionality.
Crowns also protect a dead tooth from further deterioration. When the tooth pulp becomes infected, it won’t heal on its own, leading to the breakdown of the inner tooth. A root canal can treat the infection, and a crown reinforces the tooth, preventing it from breaking, particularly in molars.
For teeth with a history of decay, crowns provide excellent protection. Teeth that have undergone multiple decay treatments are perfect candidates for crowns, which shield the tooth from harmful bacteria, acids, sugars, and starches.
Dental crowns can also correct cosmetic issues, such as chips, stains, or crookedness. They are durable and long-lasting, often outperforming veneers and dental bonding in terms of strength and resilience. Most crowns are permanent, making them a reliable solution for tooth repair.
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