What Are Dental Crowns?

Dental Crown DiagramA dental crown is a restoration that restores a significant portion of lost tooth surface and fortifies a fractured or damaged tooth. Also known as a cap because it literally covers the tooth, crowns are one of the most durable and reliable dental restorations. A crown can also replace a missing tooth through a dental bridge. Dr. Bernard Pak, a dentist in Kirkland, WA, offers a number of cosmetic and general dentistry services for children and adults at Kirkland Smiles Dental Care.

Dental Crowns in Kirkland, WA

Crowns are a great option to restore function and make cosmetic improvements to a damaged tooth. In cases of severe tooth decay where the cavity is too big to be treated with a dental filling, a crown is often the only option available to save the tooth from extraction and more expensive restorations like dental implants. Broken or severely cracked teeth are also good candidates for dental crowns. Crowns can also be used to cover a discolored or stained tooth. Crowns are also used to cover a dental implant.

Crowns can be fabricated from a few different types of material depending on your budget and needs, such as ceramic, porcelain, or a combination of materials like glass and plastic (composite resin). Your dentist will recommend the type of crown that is best for you at your initial appointment. Most crowns require two dental appointments, where an impression is taken of the tooth and sent to an outside lab where the crown will be completed. You can usually get a temporary crown to wear until the permanent one is completed.

Caring for Dental Crowns

Like natural teeth, crowns require good oral hygiene and regular preventive care including a check up and professional cleaning every six months. With proper care, a typical crown can last for many years.

Find a Dentist in Kirkland, WA

For more information about crowns and other dental restorations, contact Kirkland Smiles Dental Care by calling (425) 893-9500 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Pak today.

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