Resize a Damaged Tooth with a Dental Crown
You have most likely heard of dental crowns before. For decades, dentists have used them to treat a wide variety of dental issues. Sometimes, a crown is mostly for cosmetic reasons, though there can be health benefits too. A common problem that dentists see is damage to a tooth. If you have smaller or oddly shaped teeth due to damage, crowns can be the right answer to restore them to the proper size and shape.
The benefits of dental crowns
Visiting a cosmetic dentist to treat damaged teeth is a good decision. The dentist will present various options to save the teeth and restore them. Often, crowns make the most sense due to their many benefits and functions. A crown covers the whole tooth like a cap. It is usually made of porcelain or ceramic.
Crowns are natural-looking, so it will be difficult for someone else to tell that a person has one. Plus, a crown can be tooth-colored, so it will not stand out or be awkward-looking. A crown will protect a damaged tooth from suffering other damage. Plus, one can stabilize weak teeth that could otherwise be susceptible to injuries.
Making it the right size
Another nice aspect of dental crowns is that the dentist can choose the appropriate size. Sometimes, an injury to a tooth could make it smaller. A crown can restore the tooth to its pre-injury appearance, so it matches the size of the other teeth in the mouth. To do this, the dentist will make impressions of the mouth. Before placing the crown, the dentist will make sure it fits comfortably and is the size the patient desires.
Preliminary steps of placing a crown
Once the dentist makes impressions of the smaller, damaged tooth, the information goes to a lab. Here, a technician makes the crown to the right size and shape specifications. Some dental practices have the technology and equipment to do same-day crowns, so the patient does not have to wait weeks for treatment. Once the crown is ready, the patient comes into the office so the dentist can place it.
Placing the crown
First, the dentist will numb the patient. Then, the dentist cleans the area and reshapes the tooth. This occurs so the crown can fit well over the damaged tooth. Next, the dentist places rubber dams around the tooth to keep it dry.
It is then time to place the crown. The dentist does this by securing it with dental cement. A light or laser cures it or hardens it quickly, so it stays in place. The dentist ensures that it is a good fit and the correct size.
Restore the size of your teeth to improve your smile
Damage to your teeth can affect their size and shape. If you are unhappy with small teeth, dental crowns can be a good answer. The natural-looking crowns can lengthen the teeth and make your smile more attractive. Make an appointment with your cosmetic dentist today to determine whether this restoration option is right for you.
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