To help boost oral health and protect compromised teeth, then we can craft and place a dental crown. Whether you need a full or partial one, we can restore your smile with lifelike results! In today’s blog, your Ankeny, IA, dentist talks about how we boost your smile with a custom crown.
The Need for a Full Restoration
When does your tooth need to receive one? We may suggest one when a tooth is chipped or broken. A fracture may need one too, as even minor damage could lead to issues like tooth decay and infection. Speaking of, we can treat advanced tooth decay by placing a restoration, and use one to complete a root canal for an infected tooth. Placement could also help address misshapen teeth, improve the appearance and balance of your bite, and boost overall chewing function too. We have even used them to aid in treating tooth loss! One to two could secure a bridge in place, and one could complete an individual dental implant.
Creating and Placing a Dental Crown
How do we create and place a custom crown for our patients? To begin, we need to gently numb the tooth being treated so you stay comfortable as we remove structure to accommodate the crown. Next, our team will take detailed images and impressions of your bite, which we will use to design and craft a custom restoration. Our team will use lifelike and durable materials like porcine, zirconia, or porcelain-fused-to-metal. When your restoration is ready, we will check the fit and make any minor adjustments needed before we attach it with a powerful bonding agent.
Keeping Your Smile Strong
Following placement, you will have a custom and durable restoration that will look natural. To keep it bright and in place for years to come, and protect your other natural teeth, you should brush and floss daily. Try to limit the amount of sugar in your diet too, and also avoid tobacco products. Finally, be sure you see our team for a routine checkup and cleaning visit every six months, so we monitor your smile and remove the harmful buildup that could compromise your restoration or lead to decay and infection in other teeth.
If you have any questions about how we restore your smile with a custom and lifelike crown, or if you have a damaged or aching tooth that needs help, then please reach out to our team today to learn more.
Dental Impressions Offers Lifelike Improvement
We want to help you enjoy repair that looks natural, so you can smile with confidence again and avoid complications down the road. To schedule an appointment for a custom dental restoration, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
