You may be considering dental crowns if you suffer from severe tooth decay, fractures, cracks, and large fillings. Crowns are a leading treatment option in the repair of dental function; they can help patients restore their smiles, which can do much to boost their confidence. Dental crowns are customized and tooth-shaped to completely fit over the cracked or decayed tooth to prevent further damage. We encourage you to learn more about this option to see if it might be right for you.

Tooth Decay

Dental crowns are placed over teeth that have decayed after getting a filling. However, they are not suitable for specific tooth decay limits. Therefore, it is necessary to get the extent of the tooth decay checked to determine if you are a viable candidate.

Large Dental Fillings

Large dental fillings can expose the walls of your teeth, weakening them and making them vulnerable to breakage. If you have large dental fillings, you may well be a candidate. A dental crown is usually placed over a tooth with large fillings to regain the strength of dental walls. The crowns also protect the underlying tooth from extensive damage.

Tooth Discoloration

Dental crowns can cover your discolored or stained teeth for a fresher, whiter appearance. This option is suitable for a small number of discolored teeth. Also, crowns are suitable for those who have tried to enhance their teeth through teeth whitening procedures without getting positive results.

Missing Teeth

People with missing teeth may be fit for a dental crown. Here, the crown is placed on top of a dental implant to assist in the restoration of dental functions and enhance overall appearance.

Root Canal

Patients who are scheduled or planning for a root canal might consider a dental crown to protect the affected tooth after the procedure.

To schedule a consultation and learn more information, contact us today at Parkwood Dental, located in East Bradenton and West Bradenton. We look forward to helping you achieve your drema smile!

Dental crowns are structures that encapsulate a tooth from the top of the tooth to the gum line. No matter how well you take care of your teeth at home, some forms of tooth damage cannot be prevented or reversed. Modern medicine has enabled dentists to protect damaged or vulnerable teeth through the use of dental crowns.

Our dentist may recommend one or more dental crowns for a variety of reasons. Most commonly, the tooth receiving a crown has cracked or is already broken. Crowns are also used to cover misshapen or severely discolored teeth, add bulk to thin teeth and hide the appearance of dental implants. Dental crowns can be used for both back and front teeth.

The type of crown material our dentist will choose for their patient depends on what the crown is used to fix and its placement in the mouth, among other factors. Temporary crowns that will eventually be removed are made from resin due to the material’s flexibility. More permanent crowns are typically made from a combination of ceramic, metal and porcelain. Metal is the strongest material and incorporated into teeth with the strongest bite. When used to encapsulate a front tooth, the metal is then covered with specially-dyed porcelain to match the color and texture of the surrounding natural teeth.

Prior to performing a dental crown placement, our dentist will first order X-rays to determine the extent of the tooth’s damage. Signs of infection in the roots will make a root canal necessary. Once the patient is ready for their dental crown, our dentist can move forward with the procedure.

After placement, patients with dental crowns may encounter similar problems faced by patients who’ve received tooth sealant; they mistakenly believe the treated tooth is now forever safe from decay. This is not true. Regardless of crowns and other dental work, it’s vital for the patient to maintain a healthy oral hygiene routine with regular brushing and flossing throughout the day. The presence of one rotten tooth will weaken the integrity of other nearby teeth, leading to further mouth and jaw problems, including infections.

Talk to our team at Parkwood Dental to see if dental crowns can benefit you. We have offices in East and West Bradenton. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and get started.

It is easy to chip a tooth. It can happen so quickly the damage can be done before you have a chance to react. All it takes is for something like a tool to slip or for you to take a blow to the mouth during a sporting event.

Chipped teeth can be painful, especially if the breakage is significant enough to expose the nerves. In addition to any physical discomfort that is felt, chipped teeth have an obvious impact on the appearance. If you have chipped teeth, there are ways of restoring your smile. One of the most effective ways of doing this is with the use of dental crowns.

A dental crown is a cover that is made to fit over what is left of a damaged tooth in order to make it look and work like a normal tooth. The process usually starts with a temporary crown that is put in place to protect the tooth until the permanent crown can be fabricated.

Dental crowns can be made from various materials, each with its own set of advantages. Metal crowns are usually more resistant to damage and are longer lasting than those made from other materials. They also seem to cause less damage to other teeth during chewing or biting. A disadvantage of metal crowns is the appearance. They obviously stand out because of their metallic color. As a result, these crowns are usually only used on teeth in the back of the mouth, where they are not as easily seen.

Teeth that are closer to the front of the mouth may be fitted with crowns that are made of porcelain fused over metal. This maintains most of the strength and longevity of metal but provides an appearance that is much closer to that of natural teeth. However, the metal can at times be visible along the gum line.

In order to provide a crown that matches up better with the surrounding teeth in terms of color and overall appearance, all porcelain is often the material of choice. All porcelain can be easier made to blend with the natural teeth because there is no metal to distort the color. A disadvantage to this material is that it is not as sturdy as all metal or porcelain over metal. However, it is still an excellent choice for the front teeth that are more visible.

If you had an incident that resulted in a chipped tooth, you can take some comfort in the fact that the appearance can be restored with the use of a crown. To schedule a consultation today, you can call our office at Parkwood Dental in either our East Bradenton or West Bradenton location. Our dentist will assist you in deciding which material to use so that the best selection can be made. Contact us today to book your appointment to learn more about dental crowns!