Dental Crown Placement to Restore Damaged Teeth

Dental crown placement is a necessary procedure to restore the functionality and appearance of a damaged tooth. A general dentist might recommend the procedure if you have had a root canal, broken tooth or a large filling. The new crown covers the visible part of the tooth above the gums. This article talks about the process of placing dental crowns and what to expect.

Overview of dental crowns

Dental crowns are fixed tooth dental prosthetics. They are bonded permanently to a severely decayed, cracked or damaged teeth. They cover the entire area of the crown part of the natural tooth above the gum line. Dental crowns are custom-made to fit and can be fabricated using different materials like porcelain, composite resin and gold.

Dentists provide crowns for many important reasons. They can stop a cracked tooth from further breakage, protect a weak tooth, support a tooth with large fillings and restore the shape of a broken tooth. The crown essentially functions as a restoration to support and replace the compromised tooth structure. Once the crown is cemented to a damaged tooth, it essentially becomes a part of that tooth and holds it together.

Dental crowns can restore the function, shape, appearance and alignment of the damaged tooth. After dental crown placement, it is the only visible portion of the tooth. They are customized to look natural and are, therefore, typically indistinguishable from the rest of the teeth. Crowns are produced with sturdy and durable material. They can handle the pressure from chewing and biting, like the remaining teeth.

The process of placing dental crowns

The general dentist will apply a local anesthetic to the soft tissues around the tooth that will be getting the dental crown. They will use a dental drill and abrasive bur to remove the part of the tooth enamel in all sides to make room for the new crown. If the current tooth is missing part of its structure, the dentist may build up the tooth to create a good foundation for the dental crown. After this, the dentist will make tooth impressions and forward it to the dental lab that will create the crown.

The dental lab will take about two weeks to fabricate the crown after getting the patient’s tooth impressions. During production, the dentist will provide a temporary crown to protect the tooth. A second appointment will be necessary when the permanent crown is ready. Then, the dentist will take off the temporary crown and adjust the new one to fit the tooth and bite correctly.

When the dentist is satisfied with the tooth’s alignment, they will use dental cement to bond the crown permanently to the tooth. The curing process done to the cement ensures that the crown bonds securely. After completing the process, the patient will be ready to leave the dental office with a new smile.

In conclusion

A dental crown is an important dental restoration procedure to restore and maintain the structural integrity of a damaged tooth. If you have damaged teeth, contact the general dentist immediately about the problem and have them evaluate your condition.

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