What Is a Dental Crown and Why Would You Need One?

Are you looking for solutions to restore weak or damaged teeth? At AD Smile Studio, we offer a range of restorative dentistry services, including dental crowns, custom-crafted to match your smile. Dr. Dao and his team use the latest technology and techniques to deliver strong, beautiful, and long-lasting smiles. Visit our Lavon practice to get started today!

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-crafted “cap” that fits over the entire visible portion of a weak or compromised tooth, helping restore its color, shape, size, strength, and natural appearance. At AD Smile Studio, we use only premium dental crown materials, including zirconia, e.max, and ceramic, to provide exceptional strength, durability, and beautifully natural smiles.

Why Would You Need a Dental Crown?

There are many reasons why Dr. Dao may recommend a dental crown, including the following:

• You Have a Severely Damaged Tooth: A custom crown can preserve a tooth compromised by extensive decay or a large filling. It adds an extra layer of tooth protection, preventing further damage.
• You’ve Had a Root Canal Treatment: After root canal therapy, your treated tooth can become brittle and prone to breakage over time. A custom crown provides protection for the affected tooth and restores its strength and function.
• You Have a Worn Tooth: Grinding and clenching your teeth (bruxism) can leave you with unevenly worn teeth. You may need one or more dental crowns to restore the natural shape, length, and appearance of your teeth, enhancing your smile.
• You Have a Cracked Tooth: A structural tooth crack, a condition known as cracked tooth syndrome, can cause severe discomfort and lead to serious complications if left untreated. A dental crown can provide pain relief and prevent the crack from getting worse.
• You Are Missing One or More Teeth: Dental crowns can replace one or several missing teeth by covering dental implants or providing support for dental bridges. Filling gaps in your smile will allow you to chew with comfort, speak more clearly, and smile with confidence once again.
• You Want to Improve Your Smile: A dental crown can be ideal for correcting those things that bother you about your smile, including a severely discolored, misshapen, gapped, or slightly misaligned tooth. Once in place, your restoration will return the affected tooth to its natural color, size, shape, and appearance.

What Is the Dental Crown Procedure?

The dental crown process typically requires two office visits. Dr. Dao will numb the area before removing a small amount of tooth enamel to accommodate your new restoration. Next, he will take digital impressions that lab technicians will use to create your new crown. Meanwhile, we’ll place a custom temporary crown to protect your prepared tooth.

When your permanent crown is ready, Dr. Dao will check its fit and color match, secure it to your tooth, and make any needed adjustments to ensure a comfortable, natural bite. Your new crown will look, feel, and function like any of your natural teeth.

Dental Crowns Near Me in Lavon, TX

Are you ready to learn more about restoring the strength, beauty, and natural function of your smile with a dental crown? Dr. Dao and his team at AD Smile Studio use the latest technology and highest quality materials to deliver aesthetic, long-lasting restorations. We invite you to call 972-850-2790, text, or book online today!