Protect and Restore Your Smile With Dental Crowns
Your teeth are incredibly strong and can withstand extreme pressure, but factors like impact, decay, and wear can weaken or damage them. While fillings or dental bonding may repair minor damage, teeth with extensive structural issues often require more protection. Dental crowns are designed to fit over a damaged tooth, providing a protective surface and restoring its strength and function. At Restore Dental in Highlands Ranch, we offer dental crowns for tooth repairs, restorations, and cosmetic enhancements.
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What is a Dental Crown
A dental crown is a custom-made covering that fits over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength. Crowns can be made from various materials, including metal and porcelain. While metal crowns are highly durable, many patients prefer the natural appearance of porcelain crowns, which blend seamlessly with the rest of your teeth.
Dental crowns are used to repair teeth that are cracked, broken, or weakened from injury, decay, or invasive dental treatments like root canals. In addition to restoring function, crowns can also be used in tooth restorations, such as dental implants or bridges. Cosmetic crowns are sometimes used to improve the appearance of teeth that are flawed or discolored.
Restoring Cracked or Damaged Teeth
If you have a weakened or injured tooth, a dental crown can protect it from further damage. The process of placing a dental crown involves:
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Tooth Preparation
The natural tooth is filed down to make room for the crown. This ensures a proper fit and prevents discomfort.
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Impression
An impression or mold of the prepared tooth is taken to create a custom crown. This helps ensure that the crown fits perfectly and that your bite remains even.
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Temporary Crown
A temporary crown is placed over the tooth while the permanent crown is being fabricated in a dental lab.
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Permanent Crown Placement
Once the permanent crown is ready, we will remove the temporary crown and bond the permanent one to your tooth, ensuring a perfect fit and appearance.
In most cases, the crown procedure can be completed in two appointments—one for the preparation and the second to install the permanent crown.
Benefits of Dental Crowns
- Strengthens Weakened Teeth: Crowns provide extra protection for teeth that have been weakened by decay, cracks, or large fillings, preventing further damage.
- Restores Functionality: Crowns restore the shape and function of damaged teeth, allowing you to chew and speak comfortably.
- Aesthetic Appeal: Porcelain crowns are color-matched to your natural teeth, providing a seamless, natural-looking result.
- Durable and Long-Lasting: Crowns, especially porcelain and metal types, are durable and can last for many years with proper care.
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If you have a cracked, damaged, or broken tooth that needs repair, a dental crown might be the solution. At Restore Dental, we provide professional consultations to assess your needs and recommend the best treatment plan for restoring your smile.
Contact our office in Highlands Ranch today to schedule your dental crown consultation and ensure your teeth are well-protected and functional.
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