Dental Crowns – Parker
Restore the Integrity of Your Tooth
Tooth enamel is the strongest material in the entire body, but it isn’t completely resilient to damage. If you
have a tooth that is damaged due to decay, injury, or an accident, a dental crown may be what you need to build up
and protect your tooth from additional damage. These customized “caps” are placed over the chewing
surfaces of the teeth to improve the function and appearance of your damaged tooth. To learn more about dental
crowns, keep reading or give us a call.
Why Choose Rodney L. Allen, DDS for Dental Crowns?
- Customized for Natural Appearance
- We Welcome Dental Insurance
- Flexible Financing Available
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a restoration that restores teeth that have advanced decay or damage too severe to be repaired with more conservative solutions like a filling. A dental crown fits completely over the top of the damaged tooth. The dental crown replaces lost tooth structure and protects the tooth from further damage. We may use dental crowns in a variety of restoration treatments, including:
- To repair severe tooth decay or damage
- To replace a lost filling
- To protect a root canal-treated tooth
- All-ceramic crowns can be used as part of a cosmetic dentistry plan
- To support a fixed bridge tooth replacement prosthetic
The Dental Crown Process
Dental crowns are placed over the course of two appointments. During the initial appointment, we’ll numb the area. Then, we remove any damaged or decayed tooth structure. We’ll also need to remove a small amount of enamel around the tooth to allow the crown to fit within the natural smile line. Once teeth are prepared, we capture bite impressions that will be sent to our lab where your custom crown is crafted. To protect the prepared teeth, we’ll place a temporary. When we receive the restoration from our lab, you’ll return to exchange the temporary one for the custom dental crown.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown
There are numerous benefits that you can experience by getting dental crowns. Here are some of the most prominent ones:
- Comfortable
- Natural appearance
- Customized
- Prevents further damage
- Lasts 15+ years
- Improves chewing ability
- Increased confidence