When you have a tooth that sustains serious damage, or has a severe case of tooth decay, you may need a full restoration. Dental crowns provide just that, and can also offer a lifelike appearance too. In today’s blog, your Allen, TX, dentist talks about how creating and placing a dental crown can help your smile.
When Teeth Need Crowns
A dental crown covers the visible portion of a tooth, everything above the gum line. Which means they have the capability to address a wide array of restorative and even cosmetic issues. They even aid dental prosthetics too! For example, we can place them to address tooth decay too advanced for a filling, or to complete a root canal to treat infection or abscess. Our team could also use them to address misshapen teeth, or lengthen the ones worn down by teeth grinding, and to improve overall bite balance and chewing function. For those with missing teeth, we could use them to keep your dental bridge firmly in place, or to restore a single tooth dental implant.
Placing Your Custom Restorations
Each one we provide will be custom-made. To begin, we will first numb the teeth receiving them, so we can gently remove structure from them. We then take detailed images of them with digital scanning technology, which we use to create a 3D computer impression. In a dental lab, this impression is used to help design and fabricate the restoration with precision and accuracy. We then attach it with a powerful bonding agent in a follow up visit. With the right care and attention, they could last for years to come!
Our Lifelike Materials
What materials will we create them from? When possible, we want your finished restoration to look natural. Which means will use materials like porcelain for the front facing ones, as this is the most lifelike option available and can be shaded to blend with the rest of the teeth. However, for the side and rear teeth, which must endure greater bite forces, we still have natural looking options available. We could use porcelain-fused-to-metal or zirconia, which are very strong but still able to be color-matched.
If you have any questions about how we can transform your smile with a dental crown, then contact our team to schedule a visit before the holidays limit your availability. You can also use your 2022 dental insurance benefits before they expire.
Talk to Your Allen, TX Dentist About Repairing Teeth
We would love to help you enjoy good oral health and an attractive smile! If you want to know more about restoring a smile, or if you are ready to book an appointment, contact your Allen, TX, dentist, Dr. Torrens-Parker, by calling 469-342-6644.
