Achieve a Beautiful Smile with Dental Crown Treatment
Dental crowns are custom-made caps that cover damaged or weakened teeth to restore their shape, size, and strength. Made from durable materials like porcelain, metal, or a combination, crowns provide protection and enhance the tooth’s appearance. They are commonly used to repair cracked or decayed teeth, restore functionality, and create a natural, aesthetic smile. Dental crowns offer a long-lasting solution for maintaining oral health and improving dental function.
Types of Crowns
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain crowns provide a durable, natural-looking solution for restoring damaged teeth and enhancing smiles.
Gold Crowns
Gold crowns offer unmatched durability and strength, providing long-lasting protection for damaged or weakened teeth.
Porcelain fused to metal crowns
Porcelain fused to metal crowns combine strength and aesthetics, offering durability with a natural tooth appearance.
The Dental Crown Process
At Dennis Dental Care in Suffield, we customize the dental crown process to suit your needs. Here's a step-by-step guide of what to expect:
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Initial Consultation and Examination
The dental crown process begins with a thorough consultation. Your dentist will examine your tooth, assess its condition, and determine if a crown is the best solution. X-rays may be taken to evaluate the extent of any damage or decay. Based on your needs and aesthetic preferences, the dentist will also discuss your options for crown materials, such as porcelain, metal, or a combination.
2
Tooth Preparation
Once you've decided on the best action, your dentist will prepare the affected tooth. This involves removing decayed or damaged parts and reshaping the tooth to ensure the crown fits comfortably. A small amount of enamel may be removed to make space for the crown, providing a natural look and proper fit.
3
Impressions and Temporary Crown
After tooth preparation, your dentist will take precise impressions of the tooth and surrounding area. These impressions are sent to a dental lab, where your custom crown will be created. While you wait for your permanent crown, a temporary crown will be placed to protect the prepared tooth.
4
Fabrication of the Crown
The impressions are used to craft custom porcelain crowns that match your natural teeth' size, shape, and color. The process typically takes 1–2 weeks, depending on the type of crown being made. During this time, your dentist will ensure the crown is designed for optimal strength and aesthetics.
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Crown Placement and Final Adjustments
Once your permanent crown is ready, you'll return to the office for placement. The dentist will remove the temporary crown and fit the permanent one, making any necessary adjustments for comfort and appearance. The crown is then permanently cemented in place, completing the process. Dental crowns can last many years with proper care, providing long-lasting protection and a beautiful smile.
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