We understand the significant impact that our smile's appearance and health have on our self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being. Thankfully, advancements in dentistry allow us to enhance even the most complex smiles, making them beautiful, vibrant, and radiant.
Whether you're dealing with minor imperfections in a single tooth or multiple teeth showing noticeable flaws, your dentist can provide solutions to achieve both aesthetically pleasing and long-lasting healthy results.
When a filling just won’t do
Dental crowns and caps are terms often used interchangeably. When dental problems like decay, cracked fillings, root canals, or teeth grinding cause significant damage to the tooth structure, a simple dental filling might not suffice for restoration. In such cases, a dental crown becomes necessary to fully restore the tooth's function and appearance. The advantage is that once the procedure is complete, a dental crown closely resembles a natural tooth in both look and feel.
Beyond restoring a single natural tooth, dental crowns serve various purposes. They can offer support for dental bridges, cover dental implants, or protect a cracked tooth from further damage. Additionally, a crown can be used to restore the natural look of a discolored or stained tooth. Crowns can be made from materials like porcelain fused to metal, all-porcelain, or various modern ceramic materials that have been developed.