Can a Dental Crown Still Save Your Tooth?

In most aspects of your dental health, timing is everything. Skip even a day brushing and flossing your teeth, and plaque might turn into tartar, raising your risks of tooth decay and gum disease. If you have one or more teeth that are damaged or worn down, then they can grow worse the longer you wait to treat them. The good news is that, even in many severe cases, a compromised tooth can still be saved with a dental crown if treatment is sought in time.

What Does a Dental Crown Do?

A dental crown, or cap, is exactly what it sounds like—a replica of the top part of your tooth, also called a crown. Made from durable, high-quality materials, dental crowns are secured permanently over teeth that can no longer bite and chew properly or comfortably, or that have been cracked, fractured, or broken. Each crown is designed and crafted precisely according to a tooth’s unique size, shape, and appearance. Once placed over the tooth, the crown will absorb the pressure of your bite while protecting the tooth underneath it from further damage.

How Bad Is Your Tooth?

With today’s variety of dental crowns, the restorations can help teeth rebound from a wide range of dental health issues. However, in some cases, a dental crown by itself may not be enough to save a tooth. For instance, if your tooth is compromised because of severe tooth decay, then your dentist may recommend root canal treatment to remove the infection before placing the crown.

Find Out if Your Tooth Needs a Dental Crown

If your tooth is damaged, internally decayed, or otherwise severely compromised, then find out if a dental crown can still save it. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment, call our office in Baxter, MN at (218) 454-0523. We proudly welcome patients from Brainerd, Little Falls, Staples, Crosby-Ironton-Deerwood, and all surrounding communities.