Do You Need a Dental Crown? Find Out the Most Common Reasons People Get Dental Crowns
Most people have heard of dental crowns but we’ve found at California Dental Group that not everyone understand what they are or why they might need one. In short, dental crowns are options we provide that can help improve your smile. They are just one part of our cosmetic dentistry options and they may or may not be the right option for your dental needs.
Read on to learn more about dental crowns and what they can help with. Then contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to make your appointment. We are here to help you love your smile again and to treat any pain you’re having.
The specifics of dental crowns
When you get down to it, a dental crown is essentially a hollow restoration that’s shaped like your tooth. In fact, it’s specifically crafted for your unique tooth. The purpose is to both improve the function of your tooth and to restore its appearance. In some cases, we may also use it to prevent your tooth from experiencing further damage.
Common reasons people get dental crowns
Our patients choose dental crowns in a variety of situations to treat many different dental issues. One of the most common is a tooth that’s broken, cracked, or otherwise fractured. In some cases they’re completed when a tooth is damaged or weak. If you have an extensive cavity that a filling can’t handle then we may install a crown.
Do you have a tooth that’s misshapen or malformed? Then we may add a crown. If you’ve had a dental implant then a crown may go over it. Finally, if you have a dental bridge then we may use a dental crown to support that bridge. Note that this list doesn’t cover 100% of the reasons you may need a crown but these are the most common.
The process of fitting you for a crown
Every crown is made specifically for the tooth it’s covering. To have them created, we must first create an impression of the tooth it’s going to cover. Before we can do this, we must prepare the tooth so that the crown will fit over it. We don’t create crowns immediately, but we do create a temporary crown that fits over your tooth. It protects it while the permanent crown is being created.
You can choose from different types of crowns
There several different types of crowns and the right one for your issue depends on several factors. Options include ceramic and porcelain. In most cases, we find that ceramic are more popular because it’s easier to more accurately match the color of your teeth. However, metal crowns are often used on back teeth because they’re extremely strong and durable.
To get more information on the various types of crowns, reach out to California Dental Group today. We are here to schedule your appointment and get your smile back on track. Call us today at (800) 407-0161 to make an appointment at one of our six southern California locations.
