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Porcelain crowns have become one of the most sought-after solutions to correct damaged or weakened teeth. They can immediately restore lost functionality and restore the tooth to its proper shape and size. No matter how badly the tooth is damaged or decayed, we always strive to save the tooth, and crowns can help.
A crown is a small cap-shaped restoration placed over the tooth’s chewing surface. They can be made of different materials, although the most popular are metal and porcelain. This is because porcelain can be shaped and tinted to blend in with other teeth in the patient's oral cavity, while metal ones cannot.
Crowns can also help correct issues with tooth fractures, chips, and discolored areas of the tooth enamel.
Anyone with decayed or eroded teeth can benefit from a crown. Everyone's teeth weaken and erode over time, and a crown can help strengthen them. Porcelain crowns can also cover discolored areas in the tooth enamel or be the finishing touch for dental implant placement.
Crown placements usually take two appointments to complete. During the first visit, we will take x-rays and determine if there is adequate bone structure to support a crown placement. We will then repair the oral cavity by removing the decayed tissue and formulate a treatment plan based on what our assessment finds.
Additional procedures, such as bone grafts, gum grafts, or pocket reduction surgery, may be needed to ensure crown placement is successful.
Once the crown is placed, patients still need to continue brushing and flossing twice a day like they normally would. This helps the rest of the oral cavity remain healthy while keeping the crown clean so it can last longer. The average lifespan of a crown is approximately ten years, but it can vary depending on the amount of care given.
Want more information about porcelain crowns? Come into our office and see us here at Bonnie & Simone. We are always more than willing to help patients with their treatment needs. We can also be reached by phone at (757) 540-1028.
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