To help repair your teeth, whether you have an injury or cavity, then we could offer a custom dental crown. We can create these from materials that are natural-looking and very durable! In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about repairing teeth with a custom crown.
When Teeth Needs Repair
When does a tooth need to receive a dental crown? We could recommend one when a tooth has sustained an injury that cracks, chips, or breaks it, or if a tooth has been worn down by bruxism (teeth grinding). We could also recommend a full restoration when a tooth has tooth decay too severe for a filling alone to handle. Placement could help boost bite balance and chewing function, and could even aid in treating tooth loss. For example, we could support a bridge or even restore a single tooth dental implant. We can even reshape malformed teeth!
Creating Custom Dental Restorations
We know that crowns help repair your teeth, but how do we create and place them? Each one will be custom-made for your smile. To begin, we will numb the tooth being treated to keep you comfortable as we gently remove outer structure. We then take detailed images and impressions of the tooth, which we use to design and craft the restoration. The restoration will be made from all-porcelain, which is the most lifelike option and used for the more front-facing teeth. The side and rear teeth must endure greater bite forces, so our team could instead use porcelain-fused-to-metal or even zirconia, which can also be color-matched for a lifelike appearance.
Placing Your New Crown
When your new restoration is complete, we will check the fit and if needed, will make some final adjustments. We then attach the restoration with a powerful bonding agent, one that can secure it for years to come. To help ensure your restoration stays bright and secure, and to protect your natural teeth too, we suggest taking time to brush and floss daily, cutting back on the sugar in your diet, avoiding tobacco products, and seeing our team for a checkup and cleaning visit every six months.
If you have any questions about how we repair your teeth with a custom crown, or if you want to see us and put your 2026 dental benefits to good use before they expire, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We want to help you smile with confidence again!
Dental Impressions Helps Restore Your Teeth
We want to help restore your tooth to full function, health, and beauty once again. To schedule an appointment and repair your tooth, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
