Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are caps placed over damaged or decayed teeth to restore their shape, size, strength, and appearance. They can be made from various materials, including porcelain, metal, or a combination of both, and are used to protect and reinforce teeth that cannot be repaired with fillings alone.
Dental Crown Techniques
After the tooth is reshaped, an impression is taken and sent to a lab where the crown is made. A temporary crown is placed until the permanent one is ready.
Using CAD/CAM technology, dentists can design, fabricate, and place a crown in a single visit, eliminating the need for temporary crowns and multiple appointments.
These crowns offer the strength of metal with the aesthetics of porcelain. They are ideal for teeth that require extra durability, such as molars.
Candidates for Dental Crowns
Ideal candidates for tooth implants are typically:
• Have teeth that are severely decayed or damaged.
• Need to protect a tooth after a root canal treatment.
• Want to improve the appearance of discolored or misshapen teeth.
• Need to restore a tooth that has been cracked or fractured.
Pre-Instructions for Dental Crowns
Before undergoing a tooth implant procedure, patients should:
• Maintain good oral hygiene to prevent complications like gum disease.
• Avoid biting down on hard objects that could further damage the tooth.
• Discuss any medications with the dentist, especially blood thinners.
• Ensure the tooth and surrounding gum tissue are healthy to support the crown.