When is it Time to Get Dental Crowns?

Patients in the Providence area should know the facts about when a dental crown is needed. Dr. Marc Page’s Office offers porcelain-like dental crowns to their patients. Metal-free crowns are fabricated from high-strength ceramics. They are biocompatible, durable and unmatched in esthetics. The look of these crowns also adheres to the color of the natural tooth, so there are no dark metal bonds to hide.
 
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What Conditions Require The Dental Crown Procedure?

There are many circumstances that require a tooth to be restored with a dental crown. When a tooth has a cavity or fracture that includes half the width of the tooth or more, it will need to be covered with a crown, as well as a large filling in the mouth. Root canals instantly need to be replaced with a crown to prevent fractures. Other uses for crowns are cracked tooth syndrome, broken cusps, or an unfavorable appearance of teeth.

 

Dental Crown Procedure

 
The procedure involving dental crowns includes many steps. First, the tooth is numbed and shaved down to make room for the crown. An impression is made of the prepared tooth and the dentist will use a shade guide to guarantee it matches your natural teeth. A temporary crown is made from an acrylic material by using a molding of the original tooth. Then it will be cemented with temporary cement so tit can come off easily for the permanent crown to be placed. A few weeks after the temporary crown is put in, you will be required to return for another visit. The permanent crown is then placed on the tooth and is checked for acceptable fit, bite and smooth margins.
 
Dental crowns should last a patient on average around 10 to 20 years. Cavities and fractures can still happen to crown capped teeth, which makes it important to brush and floss to prevent them from needing replacement more than usual.


Contact Page Family Dentistry For Dental Crowns
 

For more information on dental crowns, contact our dentist at Page Family Dentistry. His expert advice is just what you need to know what options are available for you.
 
Have you had the dental crown procedure from Page Family Dentistry? Tell us about your experience, we would love to hear about it!

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