All You Need To Know About Dental Crowns

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A dental crown is a type of dental restoration which completely caps or encircles a tooth or dental implant. Dental crowns are often needed when a large cavity threatens the continued health of a tooth. They are also used to support large fillings, attach bridges, cover implants, or to improve the appearance of teeth. There are different types of dental crowns, made from different materials. The type of crown you and your dentist choose will be based on many factors, including the location of the tooth, the dental crowns cost, and your personal preferences.

URBN Dental is a dental clinic specializing in cutting-edge dental crown procedures in Houston, TX. We offer same-day dental crowns using the most attractive and natural-looking dental crown materials to ensure naturalized results – the dental crown must look indistinguishable from your natural tooth. If you have tooth decay or other concerns necessitating a dental crown, you can find our dental clinics in Uptown Houston, Midtown Houston, or Montrose.

Please schedule an appointment at your nearest dental clinic to explore your dental crown options. You may continue reading to learn more about dental crowns, including the treatment process, the types of dental crowns, and more.

What are Dental Crowns?

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a tooth to restore its shape and size, strength, and/or to improve its appearance. Dental crowns, when cemented into place, fully encase the entire visible portion of a natural tooth that lies at and above the gum line. Because they are often made of porcelain or ceramic, dental crowns can be matched to the color of your natural teeth. Dental crowns are used most often to protect a tooth structure that is too broken down to be restored with a filling or to protect a weak tooth after a root canal.

Am I a Candidate for Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are also used to restore a tooth that has had a root canal treatment, to an implant, to hold a dental bridge in place, or to cover misshapen or severely discolored teeth. Dental crowns could be right for you if:

  • Your tooth is severely decayed or damaged, and there isn’t enough tooth left to support a filling.
  • Your tooth is cracked or broken.
  • You have had a root canal treatment.
  • You have a large area of tooth missing.
  • You have a dental implant.
  • You have a discolored, misshapen, or broken tooth.
  • You have a tooth that needs to be restored after a trauma.

A Dental Crown Can:

  • Repair a chipped or cracked tooth
  • Cover up a tooth implant to replace a missing tooth
  • Treat tooth decay when the cavity is too large for a dental filling material
  • Cover severely discolored teeth
  • Cover misshapen or cracked teeth
  • Cover a damaged tooth
  • Replace a chipped crown
  • Support and protect a week tooth structure

Benefits of a Tooth Crown:

A dental crown is a prosthetic device used to cover a damaged or misshapen tooth. In addition to improving the appearance of your smile, tooth crowns can also strengthen a tooth that has been weakened by decay or injury. Here are some of the key benefits of dental crowns:

  • A dental crown can protect a tooth that has been damaged or is at risk for further damage.
  • A dental crown improves the appearance of your smile by covering up misshapen or discolored teeth.
  • A dental crown can restore a tooth that has been worn down over time.
  • A dental crown can hold together parts of a cracked tooth.
  • Getting a dental crown is fairly simple and painless.
  • Getting a dental crown takes 30 to 60 minutes, and there’s no downtime.

If you are considering getting a tooth crown, be sure to discuss all of your options with your dentist. They will be able to help you choose the right material, identify the types of dental crowns for your needs, and ensure that the crown is properly fitted.

Types of Dental Crowns

Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns are made from high-quality ceramic material. Porcelain crowns are strong and durable, and they can be matched to the natural color of your teeth. Porcelain crowns are a good choice for people who are looking for a cosmetic solution. However, porcelain crowns also have a slightly higher risk of chipping – you can get porcelain-fused-to-metal for increased durability, especially after a root canal.

Metal Crowns

Metal crowns are made from either gold or stainless steel. Metal crowns rarely chip and are extremely strong and durable, so they can last for many years. Metal crowns are a good choice for people who need a durable solution.

Gold Crowns

Gold crowns are made from a combination of gold and other metals. Gold crowns are strong and durable, and they can last for many years. However, gold crowns are also extremely visible, making them unsuitable for front teeth.

Porcelain-fused-to-Metal Crowns

Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns are made of a metal core with a porcelain exterior. Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns are strong and durable, and they look very natural. However, the metal core can sometimes show through the gum tissue. Porcelain-fused-to-metal offers the durability of metal crowns and the aesthetics of porcelain crowns.

Composite Resin Crowns

Composite resin crowns are made from a combination of plastic and glass. Composite resin crowns are strong and durable, and they can be matched to the natural color of your tooth structure.

Temporary Crown

A temporary crown is typically made of acrylic or stainless steel. A temporary crown is used to protect your tooth while you wait for your permanent crown to be made. Your dentist will usually place a temporary crown after preparing your tooth for a permanent one. This involves removing any decay, and then shaping the tooth so the crown can fit over it.

Once your tooth is prepared, your dentist will take an impression (or mold) of it, which will be sent to a dental lab where your permanent crown will be made. In the meantime, you’ll have a temporary crown placed. A temporary crown can stay in place for a few weeks. But because it’s not as strong as a permanent one, you’ll need to be careful with it. Avoid chewing hard foods on that side of your mouth, and brush and floss carefully around the temporary crown.

Permanent Crown

Permanent crowns are made of porcelain, ceramic, or metal, and are cemented into place. They are designed to match the color and shape of your natural teeth, and can last for many years with proper care. A permanent crown is attached to your prepared tooth, and it’s supposed to last a decade or more.

The Dental Crown Procedure

The first step in getting a dental crown is to have your tooth prepared by your dentist. This involves removing any decay or damaged areas of the tooth. Once the tooth is prepared, an impression of the prepared tooth is taken. This impression of the prepared tooth is then used to create the dental crown.

The crown is then placed over the prepared tooth and bonded into place. Once the crown is in place, you will be able to bite and chew as you normally would. It is important to take care of your dental crown and the prepared tooth just as you would your natural teeth. This means brushing and flossing regularly and visiting your dentist for regular checkups.

Your crowned tooth can last for over a decade or more. But you must maintain optimal oral hygiene to improve the longevity of the crowned tooth.

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