When you have chipped or cracked a tooth, or if one aches due to the presence of a cavity or infection, then you should see us right away. To stop painful symptoms and safeguard your smile, we could secure a crown. In today’s blog, your Ankeny, IA, dentist looks at how we create and place lifelike dental crowns!
When a Tooth Requires Restoration
When does a tooth need to be capped with a dental crown? We could recommend a full restoration when a tooth is cracked or chipped, or even if one is broken. This could also help aid a tooth with tooth decay too severe for a filling. If a tooth is infected, we could conduct a root canal and complete it by attaching the crown to the tooth. For some, this could be essential for improving the balance of the bite and then boosting overall chewing function. They even help treat tooth loss, as one or two could secure a bridge in place and one could restore an individual dental implant.
The Lifelike Materials We Use
What is one made from? While all metal materials are effective at treating the tooth and long-lasting, they can be complicated for some patients and stand out against the rest of your smile. But we can use durable and biocompatible materials that bond with the tooth and that can be color-matched to blend with your smile. For example, we can employ all-porcelain for the more front facing and visible teeth, the most lifelike option available. But we also have natural-looking solutions for the side and rear teeth, which endure greater bite forces. For these teeth, we could use porcelain-fused-to-metal or zirconia.
Placing Dental Crowns
To place one, we will numb the tooth being treated to keep you comfortable as we remove structure to make room for the restoration. Once we do, we will take images and measurements of the tooth with an intraoral camera, and use these in a lab setting to design and craft your restoration. When this is ready, we will check the fit and then make any necessary adjustments before we attach it with a powerful bonding agent. Your new restoration can stay in place for years to come and daily care can help it stay strong and bright.
If you have any questions about how we help smiles shine with a dental crown, or if you would to schedule a visit to discuss treatment options, then reach out to our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence in 2026!
Dental Impressions Provides Custom Dental Restoration
We want to help you maintain good oral health and protect smiles with a dental restoration. To schedule an appointment and restore your tooth, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
