West Coast Dental of French Valley
Providing, High quality, affordable dental crowns for French Valley, Winchester, Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, and surrounding areas. Call us at 951-325-6976 to schedule your appointment today!
The Benefits and Procedure of Dental Crowns
When it comes to good oral hygiene, brushing and flossing are often emphasized. While essential, sometimes additional care is necessary. Dental crowns offer a perfect solution for restoring damaged or weak teeth. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of dental crowns, the procedure involved, and tips for maintaining them.
Benefits of Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are versatile and beneficial for various dental conditions. Here are some key advantages:
- Strengthening Fractured or Weak Teeth: Crowns provide support and protection to teeth weakened by decay or trauma, preventing further damage and extending the tooth’s lifespan.
- Enhancing Aesthetic Appearance: Crowns can improve the look of discolored, misshapen, or gapped teeth, customized to match the color and shape of your natural teeth.
- Covering Dental Implants: Crowns placed over dental implants offer a natural-looking finish.
- Protecting After Root Canal: Post-root canal treatment, crowns prevent future infections and enhance appearance.
- Anchoring a Bridge: Crowns can anchor dental bridges, effectively addressing missing teeth issues.
- Improving Tooth Shape: Misshapen teeth can be improved in appearance and function with crowns.
- Supporting Large Fillings: Crowns provide additional support to teeth weakened by large fillings.
The Procedure of Getting Dental Crowns
The process of receiving a dental crown typically requires two dentist visits. Here’s a step-by-step overview:
- Preparation: Your dentist will examine your tooth and take x-rays to assess damage. In cases of severe decay, a root canal may be necessary before placing the crown.
- First Visit: The tooth is numbed, and any decay or infection is removed. The tooth is then reshaped, and an impression or scan is taken to create a customized crown. A temporary crown is placed to protect the tooth until the permanent crown is ready.
- Second Visit: This visit doesn’t need anesthetic shot or the patient doesn’t need to be numbed. The temporary crown is removed, and the permanent crown is adjusted and fitted. Once the fit is perfect, the crown is cemented in place.
Types of Dental Crowns
Different types of dental crowns are available, each with unique advantages:
- Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns: Durable and color-matched to natural teeth. The metal under the porcelain is not desirable
- Gold Crowns: Extremely durable but noticeable, Full gold crown usually used for molars . Gold as a base for porcelain crowns can be used in front teeth as well.
- Zirconia Crowns: Most durable and long-lasting, This is a highly recommended crown by dentists as a metal free crown.
Maintaining Dental Crowns
Proper oral hygiene is crucial for maintaining dental crowns. Here are some tips:
- Brush and Floss Regularly: Brush twice a day for at least two minutes and floss daily, being gentle around the crown.
- Regular Dental Check-ups: Visit your dentist twice a year for cleanings and check-ups to monitor the crown’s condition.
- Avoid Certain Foods and Habits: Steer clear of hard or sticky foods that could damage or dislodge the crown. Avoid using your teeth to open packages or bottles.
By following these guidelines, you can keep your dental crowns in excellent condition and enjoy a healthy, confident smile. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact West Coast Dental of French Valley at 951-325-6976.
