A tooth crown is a prosthetic device that is cemented onto existing teeth or implants. Crowns have been used to treat a variety of dental issues for hundreds of years. There are many uses for crowns such as:
- Cover & support– crowns are often used to cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn’t enough tooth left
- Attach a bridge- may be recommended if you’re missing one or more teeth
- Protect- crowns can be used to protect a weak tooth from breaking or restore one that’s already broken
- Cover- crowns are often used to cover dental implants, discolored teeth or fix the shape of a tooth
- Restore- a common use for crowns is to restore. From coloration to decay, crowns are beneficial to restoring teeth’s overall appearance
What is the purpose of a tooth crown?
The purpose of crowns is to repair the above damages while also protecting and strengthening teeth and improving overall appearance. A tooth crown can be made in a variety of colors and materials including stainless steel, metal, porcelain and ceramic. At Artistic Dental we use ceramic crowns most often to best match your teeth, but your dentist will recommend the best type of tooth crown to address your situation and determine the color based on the material used and your surrounding teeth.
To an amateur, it is difficult to tell when you need a tooth crown. Fortunately, after examining your mouth and reviewing x-rays the dentist will determine when a tooth or teeth may need a crown.
The 4 reasons to crown a tooth:
- Restore a damaged or decayed tooth
- Fix a chipped tooth
- Brighten your smile; fix discoloration and create more uniform smile
- Protect overall health of the mouth
Same day crowns at Artistic Dental
If your dentist recommends a crown, their priority, like yours, is helping you keep your teeth healthy and your smile bright. At Artistic Dental, we use the latest technology to treat our patients. For creating a tooth crown we have invested in CEREC equipment, which allows our dentists to repair your teeth efficiently and effectively. After taking an image of your mouth and the area in need of repair, the dentist will make a crown custom fit to your tooth. This means all of the work can be done in one appointment.
After the dentist tells you your tooth needs a crown, most often, the next concern is cost. It is important to realize that while you may incur some expense, a crown will prevent further damage and expenses down the road. The cost of crowing a tooth largely depends on your insurance carrier and coverage options. At Artistic Dental, we understand your cost concerns and provide a variety of payment options. In addition to accepting many forms of payment and insurance, we also offer an in-office membership program. To learn more about this program visit our website. To make an appointment visit our website or call 602.840.5400