For many years dental crowns were primarily metal, often creating problems from allergic reactions to heightened tooth sensitivity. They were also easily detected, even in the backs of mouths. But modern dental crowns allow for stable and seamless restoration after tooth loss, and also provide beautiful protection for weak or damaged teeth. So if restorative… Read more »
Category: Dental Crowns
A Crowning Achievement in Modern Dentistry
white, bright or even golden tooth. But modern dentistry has taken problems like chipped teeth or large cavities, and found artistic ways to restore people’s smiles, in a way that is both comfortable and natural. Porcelain and metal work together to form many of the beautiful crowns that are now available. So say goodbye to… Read more »
Dental Crowns: What to Expect
Have you recently broken your tooth? Perhaps you visited us for a toothache only to find out you have a cavity that has progressed beyond the need for a dental filling and only a crown will do. Fortunately, the benefits of dental crowns are extraordinary, if not for the simple fact that they often allow… Read more »
Learning about Dental Crowns and Bridges
Dental bridges are a common method of replacing one or more missing teeth with an arch that is custom-crafted for you. Two porcelain crowns are placed on each side of the space where teeth are missing. The teeth on each side are called abutment teeth. Depending on how many teeth are missing, that same number… Read more »
The Makings and Uses of Modern Dental Crowns
Every dental crown serves essentially the same purpose—to cover, or cap, a damaged or cosmetically blemished tooth to restore the tooth’s beauty and function. However, there are many different kinds of dental crowns that vary in function, appearance, and cost. Determining which crown is right for you depends on your specific preferences, dental needs, and… Read more »
Do You Need a Dental Crown?
An aptly-named dental crown is a manmade replica of your tooth’s crown, or the top portion that sits above the gum line. In essence, the crown is the “face” of your tooth, the only part you see when you smile, as well as the “functional” portion responsible for biting, chewing, and grinding your food. When… Read more »
Natural Looking Dental Care
Not long ago, restoring damaged or decayed teeth required the use of metal crowns and fillings. While amalgam restorations are durable, they don’t blend with a patient’s smile and stand out against surrounding teeth. Recent breakthroughs in dentistry allow practices across the country to offer strong and esthetically pleasing restorations that look completely natural. Your… Read more »
