Preserve your beautiful smile with the help of a dental crown.
If you are dealing with a damaged, misshapen or missing tooth then chances are good that our Toronto, ON, family dentist Dr. Ana Santana Guerrero will recommend getting a dental crown.
This dental cap is designed to look just like the crown of a tooth. This restoration is hollow so that it can cover the visible part of a tooth to restore and protect it from additional damage. While crowns can be made from different types of material, they are most often made from porcelain because porcelain mimics the look of real tooth enamel.
The porcelain can also be matched to the shade of your teeth so that it blends in with the rest of your smile. Once the crown is placed you won’t be able to tell the difference between the crown and your natural teeth (and no one else will be able to tell the difference, either).
When is a dental crown used?
As we mentioned, most damaged teeth can benefit from dental crowns. You may need to consider a dental crown if,
- You have severe decay that affects enough of the tooth that a dental filling won’t be able to fully support the tooth
- Our Toronto dentist has discovered that you have an infected or inflamed dental pulp and you need root canal therapy
- You have a weak tooth caused by traumatic injury or bruxism (teeth grinding)
- You are getting a dental bridge to replace missing teeth
- You are getting a dental implant (the crown is placed on top of the implant to replace a single missing tooth)
- You have a severely malformed, misshapen or discolored tooth (that’s right! crowns also offer cosmetic benefits, too)
How long do dental crowns last?
Once a crown is placed this restoration can last anywhere from up to 15 years (or more). How you care for your new restoration, as well as your oral health will play a major role in the longevity of your crown. If you maintain good oral hygiene and also keep up with your six-month checkups and cleanings you could keep your crown for many years.
From dental crowns and clear braces to routine checkups and dentures, the team at Astra Dental in Toronto, ON, offers a full range of dental services. If you want to discuss dental treatment options with us, or you need to schedule a cleaning, call our office today at (416) 640-0070.
