DENTAL CROWN PROCEDURE

Whether you have a tooth that is decayed, cracked, chipped or otherwise broken, you’ll need to make sure that it gets repaired as soon as possible. If the issue is left unresolved, it can get worse. What could have simply been the filling of a cavity may lead to a more extreme repair option—or even the full extraction of the tooth. If you have a tooth that has experienced damage or decay, speak with your dentist about repair options. They may suggest a few different options—one of those options being a dental crown.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a dental prosthetic that is used to replace the crown of a damaged tooth. Replacement crowns can be made with a variety of different materials, including porcelain, ceramic, resin and even stainless steel. The most popular options for the materials used to fabricate the replacement crown are porcelain and ceramic.

Why Would I Need a Crown Placed?

A compromised tooth can make chewing, biting and even speaking more difficult. It can also be the cause of a lot of pain and discomfort. By having the crown replaced, you’ll notice a significant difference in the functionality of your tooth.

Having a full crown is also important to overall oral health. Cracks, chips, decay and other forms of damage can lead to disease and infection. If the disease or infection gets bad enough, the tooth may need to be extracted. In order to ensure the health of a tooth, the crown needs to be strong and intact. A prosthetic crown helps to secure the tooth and safeguard it from disease and infection.

Finally, a dental crown helps to complete the smile of a patient. With a new crown, you’ll be able to smile proudly without worrying about the way your teeth look.

What Is the Placement Process?

The first step of having a crown placed is visiting the dentist. Your dentist will take a look at the compromised tooth, and will decide what form of repair is necessary. If they can, they may place a dental veneer. If the damage is too severe, though, they may instead opt for a dental crown.

Once they have made their decision, they will remove any decay and prepare the tooth for the crown. This may include filling in the damaged area and/or reshaping the tooth to prepare for the placement of the crown. Once the tooth is filled and/or reshaped, an impression will be made and sent to a lab for the creation of the prosthetic.

Once the crown is complete, it will be sent back to your dentist for placement. Your dentist will check to ensure the fit and look of the crown before securing it with a strong adhesive.

Speak with Your Dentist

If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, set an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible. From there, you can discuss different repair options—including the placement of a dental crown.

West Mobile Dental Care, located in Mobile, AL, provides a full range of preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dental options including dental crowns. Contact us today and schedule you're consultation.

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