
It's common knowledge that the look and health of our smile significantly impact our self-esteem, confidence, and overall joy. Luckily, with the progress in dentistry, we can now enhance even the most difficult smiles, turning them into beautiful, vibrant, and glowing features.
Regardless of whether you're facing a small flaw in a single tooth or multiple teeth with visible defects, your dentist can provide solutions to attain visually appealing, long-lasting, and healthy results.
When a filling just won’t do
Dental crowns and caps are synonymous terms. They are often used when dental problems like decay, cracked fillings, root canals, or teeth clenching and grinding have caused significant damage to the tooth structure, and a dental filling is not enough for restoration. A dental crown, which closely resembles and feels like a natural tooth, is usually needed to fully restore the tooth's appearance and function.
Besides restoring a single natural tooth, crowns have various other uses. They can support dental bridges, cover dental implants, or protect a cracked tooth from further damage. Crowns can also be used to restore the natural look of a discolored or stained tooth. They can be made from materials such as porcelain baked onto a metal substrate, all-porcelain, or various new ceramic materials.
