Dental Crowns (Caps)

A crown is a cap that covers a damaged tooth. So to speak, give the tooth its shape, size, strength, and appearance back. The crown completely covers the visible portion of the tooth within the gum line while providing safety and an aesthetic appeal to the patient. They are made to exactly match your natural teeth so they harmonize perfectly with your beautiful smile.

Dental crowns are required in several situations including:

• Severely Decayed Teeth: A significantly damaged tooth most probably that would have received a filling might be protected with a crown.
•  Fractured or Cracked Teeth: Broken, cracked, or weakened from trauma or grinding, may need a crown applied to the tooth so that things don’t worsen and they can regain their function.
• Root Canal Treatment: Often after a root canal the tooth will be brittle. A crown is placed to give strength and to prevent further injury.
• Large Fillings: A tooth that has a huge filling with minimal remaining natural structure can be strengthened using a crown.
• Cosmetic Improvement: Crowns can beautify a tooth that is otherwise misshapen, discolored, or unevenly spaced.
• Dental Bridges: Crowns are used as supports for dental bridges that bridge spaces left by missing teeth.

Crowns have different benefits, that make this restorative treatment so popular:

• Protection: Crowns protect weakened teeth from further damage or decay.
• Durability: With proper care, crowns can last indefinitely, for over twenty years.
• Improved aesthetic appearance: Crowns are able to improve the cosmetic look of damaged or discolored teeth and bring about a healthy, beautiful smile.
• Function Restored: Crowns enable you to regain the full function of your teeth, which you can once again perform without pain or discomfort-chewing or biting and speaking.

Even though it is the strongest and most durable filling you could get, a crown may sometimes require to be taken care of in order to keep it longer. Here are some tips on caring for your crown:

• Good Oral Hygiene: Clean your teeth by brushing and flossing them at least twice a day.
• Avoid Hard Foods: Do not crunch on ice or anything else because it can damage the crown.
• Regular Check-Ups: Routine visits to your dentist will give you the chance for the earliest detection of any potential issues with the crown, and professional cleaning will keep your crown and the rest of your teeth healthy.