Dental crowns are a cornerstone of restorative dentistry, designed to repair and protect teeth that have been damaged or weakened by decay, injury, or wear. At VZ Dentistry, we are dedicated to restoring your teeth’s functionality and health with high-quality dental crowns, ensuring they fit seamlessly with your natural teeth.
The Functional Benefits of Dental Crowns
Dental crowns restore the strength, functionality, and appearance of damaged teeth. They are an essential treatment for a variety of dental issues:
- Restoring Damaged Teeth: Crowns are used to repair teeth that have suffered significant decay, cracks, or chips. They encase the entire visible part of the tooth, providing a new outer surface that strengthens and protects.
- Supporting Weakened Teeth: Teeth that have been weakened by extensive decay or large fillings are at risk of fracturing. Crowns reinforce these teeth, allowing them to function normally without further damage.
- Completing a Dental Implant: For tooth replacement, a crown is used to cap a dental implant, providing a tooth-like shape and structure for function.
- Anchoring a Dental Bridge: Crowns are used at either end of a dental bridge to secure the bridge firmly in place.
The Process of Getting Restorative Crowns
- Initial Consultation: Dr. VanZanten will assess your oral health to determine if crowns are the best solution for your dental needs.
- Tooth Preparation: The tooth is smoothed and shaped under local anesthesia to accommodate the crown.
- Impression Taking: Impressions of your prepared tooth and surrounding teeth are made to ensure the crown fits perfectly within your bite.
- Temporary Crown: A temporary crown is placed while your permanent crown is crafted from high-quality materials in a dental lab.
- Permanent Crown Placement: Once completed, your new crown is carefully fitted, adjusted, and cemented into place, fully restoring your tooth’s function and appearance.
