Dental crowns are a necessary part of dentistry. Whether you are prone to tooth problems or you have just been slacking a bit on dental hygiene, it's always disappointing to head to the dentist and learn you have a cavity. In most cases, these cavities can be filled to protect your teeth and prevent further decay, but what happens if the damage to your tooth is deeper?
If you are still experiencing pain months after getting a cavity filled, or even if you are just looking to restore the appearance and integrity of a previously damaged tooth, crowns are a viable option.
Let's start first with talking a bit about what exactly a crown is. Crowns are considered a “fixed prosthetic device” that improve the appearance and reinforce the structure of your tooth. Unlike dentures which you remove to clean daily, crowns are a permanent fixture in your mouth and can only be applied or removed by a dentist. Essentially, a crown is used to completely cover or “cap” the top of a damaged tooth.
Crowns are a useful method of repairing and protecting the tooth from further damage while potentially improving the alignment and appearance of teeth suffering from decay.
Evaluation by a dental professional is the only surefire way to know for certain whether a tooth cap is an appropriate option, but there are several main situations in which these crowns apply. If you fall into one or more of these groups, it is likely that this dental intervention could protect and improve the appearance of your teeth.
Root Canals are sometimes necessary for tooth decay that a regular filling will not address. Generally, we will apply a cap to the tooth in these situations. If you have an upcoming root canal, you may want to talk to your dentist about options for crowns.
If the structure of your tooth is damaged, a crown may be able to address the situation by strengthening and protecting from further decay. Since the crown “caps” the tooth, it provides a lot of support and improves the longevity of your teeth. Crowns also cover large fillings that can potentially compromise the integrity of the tooth.
Tooth caps are available in a wide variety of materials, and porcelain or ceramic crowns will blend in well with the rest of your teeth. Crowns are also an option to improve the appearance of teeth suffering from decay or other forms of damage.
Unfortunately, dental issues are a very common occurrence. In certain cases, a regular intervention like fillings may not be enough to keep a tooth healthy and safe, and crowns are a viable alternative. We will do our best to provide you with a detailed overview of why people may need this intervention. If you find yourself with damaged or unsightly teeth, you can trust us to provide a quality service that will restore your teeth to tip-top shape.
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