Both dental fillings and dental crowns can be used to treat cavities. For smaller cavities, fillings are chosen for care because they require less preparatory work and ultimately preserve more of your healthy enamel. However, it is not always effective to restore a tooth in this way. In a situation where another approach is required, we can recommend that you have a crown placed over your tooth to keep it safe and secure.
Physical injuries can be an unexpected and even alarming problem. What will it take to make sure that your broken tooth is not a permanent problem for your smile and oral health? Our practice can provide meaningful protection with a dental crown that imitates your enamel and preserve your appearance. What this means is that you will not have to worry about the tooth interfering with your bite function or your smile!
In a situation where a patient needs to replace a lost tooth, there are different solutions available. One is to have a dental bridge put in place. This appliance depends on a pair of crowns to stay secure, with each one at either side of the pontic (replacement tooth). You also have the option of receiving a dental implant which will hold a restoration in position. When you take this approach, we can use a crown to restore the implant and give you back your full smile!
There are several benefits to using a dental crown during smile care. In addition to protecting teeth in vulnerable states, they can actually help us replace teeth that have been lost! If you are ready to schedule a procedure or wish to learn more about our treatment options, contact Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry in Dallas, TX at 972-329-7645.
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