Crowns

A dental crown is a cap that is placed over the tooth to restore its shape and size, strengthen it, and improve its appearance. It can also be used to cover a dental implant.

A crown can be made from different materials including porcelain, gold, and porcelain-fused-to-metal, and can be matched to the color of your natural teeth.

Benefits of Dental Crowns

Dental crowns can be used to cover chipped teeth, strengthen damaged teeth, or restore teeth that are missing altogether. Crowns can also improve the esthetic appearance of teeth with cosmetic flaws.

Porcelain is the most durable material a crown can be made from. Porcelain crowns are designed to look like natural teeth and, with proper care and attention, they can last for many years.

As long as you practice good oral hygiene, crowns will help protect your teeth from future decay.

Dental Crowns Procedure 

If the dentist has diagnosed you with a dental issue that requires a dental crown, they start the procedure of placing the crown by cleaning the tooth and preparing it. The dentist uses a mold of the tooth to design the crown and places a temporary crown over the tooth to protect it while the permanent one is being made.

Crowns are designed to look just like the rest of your teeth in terms of shape, size, and color. During the second appointment, the dentist places the permanent crown on the tooth and checks for proper fitting. Once everything is in order, the crown is cemented to the tooth using dental adhesives. 

Aftercare

To extend the life of your dental crown, you should practice good oral hygiene and visit the dentist every six months for dental cleanings and checkups. Dental crowns can last for many years when properly placed and cared for. The lifespan of a crown depends on its material, size, and shape. That is why it’s so important to choose an experienced, skilled dentist to perform your dental crown procedure.

iSmile Dental, located in Denver, CO, is equipped with modern technologies that enable the best and most convenient dental care. Call us at (303) 955-6079 to learn more about the dental treatments we offer and schedule an appointment with our experienced dentist.