A filling targets specific portions of your tooth that have become decayed. But what if you need a more substantial form of restoration? In today’s blog, your Baxter, MN, dentist explains how we restore smiles to optimal health and function with a custom-made crown, as well as the materials we use to create them!
The Benefits of a Crown
A crown covers the entire visible portion of your tooth, everything from the gum line up. For that reason, they can address both cosmetic and restorative concerns. For example, we can repair advanced cases of tooth decay, and complete a root canal for infected teeth. Placement also lengthens worn down teeth, and fixes chipped and cracked teeth. We can anchor a custom-made dental bridge in place for people with minor tooth loss, and also restore a single-tooth dental implant. If you have issues with the color and shape of your teeth, a crown could correct these esthetic concerns too.
Creating and Placing One
To create one, we remove structure from the tooth receiving a restoration and then take detailed impressions and images. Using this information, we design and fabricate the crown. When you return for a second visit, we check and fit and make any necessary adjustments. We then place them with a powerful bonding agent.
Metal and Lifelike Materials
We often use metal restorations, such as gold, for the rear teeth, which must absorb more serious bite forces and are less visible. For a more esthetically-pleasing option for rear teeth, we could use porcelain-fused-to-metal, which is a metal restoration covered with a porcelain shell that looks like natural structure. For the front-facing teeth, we may use all-ceramic, which can be shaded to match the color of surrounding teeth and mimics the appearance of translucent tooth enamel. We also have zirconia, which combines the beauty of ceramic with the strength of metal for a stronger restoration. The materials we use will depend on the cause and extent of your restorative or cosmetic concern. If you have any questions about how to design, create, and place a custom solution, or if you would simply like to schedule a consultation, then contact our team today. We want you to start your summer with a stronger and healthier smile.
Greenhaven Family Dental Provides Custom Restorations
Greenhaven Family Dental wants to make sure you enjoy your best and healthiest smile, which is why we offer custom options like dental crowns. We also of course have lifelike dental fillings, dental bonding, and porcelain veneers. If you’d like to learn more about improving the health and function of your smile, then you can contact Greenhaven Family Dental in Baxter, MN at 218-454-0523.