Dental Crowns
A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.
Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth colored crown) are the most popular. They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. Porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and color or your teeth giving you a natural, long-lasting beautiful smile.
Reasons to choose a crown:
Broken or fractured teeth.
Cosmetic enhancement.
Decayed teeth.
Fractured fillings.
Large fillings.
Tooth has a root canal.
What does getting a crown involve?
A crown procedure usually requires two appointments. Your first appointment will include taking several highly accurate molds (or impressions) that will be used to create your custom crown. A mold will also be used to create a temporary crown which you will wear for approximately two weeks until your new crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory.
While the tooth is numb, the dentist will prepare the tooth by removing any decay and reducing the existing tooth surface to accommodate the new crown. Once these details are accomplished, your temporary crown will be placed with temporary cement and your bite will be checked to ensure you are biting comfortably.
At your second appointment your temporary crown will be removed, the tooth will be cleaned, and your new crown will be carefully placed to ensure the spacing and bite are accurate. Many times this appointment can be completed without the need for local anaesthetic.
You will be given care instructions and encouraged to have regular dental visits to check your new crown.
You May Need Dental Crowns If
- You have fractured or broken teeth
- You need to cover dental implants
- Support teeth with extensive fillings
- Cover discolored tooth
- Hold dental bridge firmly
- Protect a weakened tooth
- Restore a worn tooth
- Defend your root canal treatment
And if you need dental crown service in Kamloops for any such assistance, let the experts at ‘Twin Rivers Dental’ help you resolve your troubles.