How to Get and Care for Dental Crowns

Most people take their enamel for granted, mostly if they can eat and chew without experiencing any tooth sensitivity. The enamel is the outer protective covering of the tooth. However, some issues might arise, leading to the wear and tear of the enamel, thus exposing the interior sensitive parts of your teeth: the dentin and pulp cavity. Dr. Taylors Family Dental Center has crown specialists who offer you durable crowns to restore decayed or damaged teeth.

What is a crown?

A dental crown refers to a specialized type of cap made for your tooth. A crown is placed on your tooth to form a powerful protective covering and restore your tooth's shape. The crown is created to match your other teeth correctly, ensuring no notable difference with your existing teeth. Doing so restores your confidence to smile, even when in a group. The following are some of the instances when you may need a crown:

• If you have weak teeth due to any damage or decay
• Any large filling that makes your teeth weak
• A misshaped tooth that you want it to have a better appearance
• After a root canal
• When you got a dental implant
• A broken tooth that requires some protection

After visiting the facility, your dentist carries out some evaluations to determine if a crown is right for you.

What to expect when getting a dental crown?

Getting a dental crown involves two steps that are very crucial because the dentist is required to prepare the crown and also fix them. A crown is created to match your tooth's exact shape, size, and color during the preparations. On your first appointment, the dentist begins by examining your teeth. In case of any extensive tooth decay, a root canal is used to clean the infected or damaged part of your tooth.

If you require a root canal, the dentist prepares your tooth for crowning on the same visit. It involves filing the tooth on all sides to allow the crown to fit over it while the surrounding teeth sit flush. The area is numbed to ensure you are pain-free during the procedure. The measurements of your tooth are also taken to make a crown that will fit over your tooth. After this first appointment you are sent home with a temporary crown to cover and protect the prepared tooth.

Once the permanent crown is ready, you are required to visit the facility where the provider checks if the crown matches your teeth in terms of shape, size, and color. After confirming that it fits you and does not alter your appearance, it is then cemented into place.

How to take care of the crown?

Taking care of your crown is vital because it is one way of ensuring that it lasts longer. When proper care is given to your crown, it can last for approximately five to fifteen years. Activities that may cause damage to your crown are biting nails, grinding your teeth, or opening items with your teeth. Good oral hygiene is always encouraged.

In summary, if you or someone close to you needs a dental crown, call or visit Dr. Taylor's Family Dental Center today for more information.