What if There is Not Enough Tooth for a Crown?

What if There is Not Enough Tooth for a Crown?

In most cases, teeth that are damaged by decay, cracks, fractures, and chips can be restored to good health with a dental crown. Even teeth that develop infections in the pulp, or that have decay that reaches the interior of the tooth can be restored with a dental crown following a root canal. However, because a crown is bonded (cemented) …

What Do You Do If Your Tooth Is Cracked Under Crown?

What Do You Do If Your Tooth Is Cracked Under Crown?

Dental crowns are primarily used to protect weak teeth, cover a discolored or misshapen tooth, and to restore broken or fractured teeth. However, crowns also support a tooth with a large filling, hold a dental bridge in place, and cover a dental implant. Based on the location of the tooth, the extent of damage, and the patient’s budget, dentists use …

What Are Dental Crowns Made Of?

What Are Dental Crowns Made Of ?

Dental crowns are customizable to your preferences thanks to a variety of materials available. If your dentist tells you that you need a crown, you’ll have the option to select the material you want. Options include ceramic, porcelain fused to metal, gold alloys, and base metal alloys. Read on to learn more about different materials used to make dental crowns.  …

dental patient examines a model of a dental implant and crown

What is A Dental (Tooth) Crown?

A dental crown is commonly used to either restore an ailing tooth, correct any imperfections with your tooth, or even replace a missing tooth (as with a dental implant). They play many different roles in dentistry – and do so very successfully.  What is a Dental Crown?  Dental crowns (sometimes referred to as a cap) are often used to provide …