Dentist Frisco TX: The Facts About Dental Crowns

Dentist Frisco TX: The Facts About Dental Crowns

Dentist Frisco TXWhether you have a tooth that is too decayed for a filling or that is cracked beyond repair, a dentist Frisco TX will probably recommend placing a crown on your tooth.  Crowns or caps completely cover damaged teeth and leave teeth that are durable and completely functional. At Prestonbrook Dental, we know how important it is to have beautiful, healthy teeth and we’ll answer all of your questions about crowns, crown preparation and fitting.

Why do I need a crown?  Our dentists might recommend a crown for you if you have a cavity that is too large to fill, if you need to fill a gap left by a missing tooth, if you have a dental implant that needs to be covered, if you have a tooth that is cracked, worn down or weakened in any way, if you have had a root canal, or if you want to cover a discolored or misshapen tooth.

What are crowns made of? Crowns can be made of porcelain, porcelain fused to gold, porcelain fused to zirconium or they can be all gold.  Unless you choose a gold crown, our dentist Frisco TX can color your crown to match your natural teeth.  The other considerations in choosing a material are tooth location, the function of the tooth and the condition of the gum tissue.

What is involved in placing the crown? Several steps are involved in preparing your tooth and placing the final crown.  First, our dentist prepares your tooth by removing the outer portion to allow room for the crown. This also removes decay. If your tooth needs additional structure to support the crown, the core of the tooth may be built up. An impression of the tooth will be made and you will get a temporary crown. Temporary crowns are usually made of soft metal and are not as durable as the final crown.  Also, your tooth will be more sensitive to heat and cold with the temporary crown.  Finally, when your crown is ready (in about two weeks), our dentist will replace the temporary crown with the permanent one.  When he is satisfied with the fit, he will cement it in place.

How do I take care of my new crown? Brush twice a day and floss at night. Avoid chewing very hard food, ice and other objects like pencils.

If you have a problem tooth, contact our dentist Frisco TX for a consultation. At Prestonwood Dental, we have the expertise to recommend the best crown option for you and your teeth.  Call us today at 214-705-7948.

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