Preparated premolar tooth and dental metal-ceramic crown. Medically accurate 3D illustration
If you have a tooth that is cracked or chipped, or one that is misshapen or suffering from advanced tooth decay, then you need a restoration. With a dental crown, our team can provide results that look natural but protect your tooth for years to come. In today’s blog, your Grand Prairie, TX, dentist talks about our natural-looking dental crowns.
A dental crown caps the tooth and covers the entire visible portion, all of the structure above the gum line. Which means we can address an array of restorative concerns, and do so with a cosmetic approach. Our team can repair cracked, chipped, or even broken teeth. Placement could lengthen worn down tooth structure. We could help improve overall bite balance and chewing function, and treat cavities too severe to be addressed with a filling. Placement could also aid in treating infections by completing a root canal procedure. Even if you have missing teeth, restorations can help. We could use them to support a bridge or even restore a single tooth dental implant.
When possible, we want to use lifelike materials, so you feel proud of your results. For example, we could use all-porcelain for the front facing teeth, as this is the most lifelike option. Porcelain is translucent like tooth enamel, and we can color match it to blend with the rest of your smile. At the same, this can also handle daily bite forces and pressures. Since the side and rear teeth must endure greater bite forces and pressures, we may recommend more durable materials. For example, we could use porcelain-fused-to-metal or zirconia, which are stronger than all-porcelain. At the same time, these can also be shaded to blend with your smile.
How do we secure your new lifelike restoration? To begin, our team will numb the tooth and then remove structure to make room for the crown. Next, we need to take detailed digital images and measurements of the tooth, using the information in a lab setting to design and fabricate your new restoration. When the restoration is ready, we will check the fit to see if we need to make any adjustments. Finally, we will attach the finished one with a powerful bonding agent, so you can enjoy lifelike and durable restoration that can last for years to come.
You can help ensure your new crown lasts and protect your smile as a whole by brushing and flossing daily, cutting back on the sugar in your diet, and avoiding tobacco products. If you have any questions about how we can restore smiles, or if you have an aching or damaged tooth that needs a treatment, then contact our team today to learn more.
The team at Pecan Tree Dental in Grand Prairie, TX, wants to return your tooth to full function, health, and beauty once more! To schedule an appointment with our team, call us today at 972-262-5111.
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