Choosing the Right Dental Crown for You

Choosing the Right Dental Crown for You

Find out which dental crown is the right one to fit your smile needs.

Dealing with a broken or damaged tooth? If so, our St. Louis, MO, dentists Drs. Joseph & Nina Zeigler can help. Our dental team offers everything from fillings and crowns to several tooth replacement options. Dental crowns are one of the most restorations that we most commonly place because they are incredibly versatile and can protect teeth from further damage. Here’s why someone may need a dental crown,

  • You have a cracked or broken tooth
  • You have a weak tooth that is susceptible to further damage
  • You have a worn tooth (often from years of teeth grinding)
  • You have a tooth that requires root canal treatment
  • You have a severely decayed tooth
  • You need to replace an old, large filling
  • You have a misshapen or permanently discolored tooth
  • You are missing one or more teeth

What can I expect during a dental crown procedure?

Dental crowns begin with a preliminary visit to consult with your dentist to ensure that a crown is your best course of treatment. If necessary, prepare the tooth to receive the crown. In this case, the dentist will also take a mold of the mouth to use as a basis for the design of the crown. A dental laboratory creates the crown over about two weeks, during which a temporary restoration protects the prepared tooth. When the lab finishes the crown, your dentist will place it onto the tooth at a second appointment, ensuring it fits seamlessly into your smile.

When people refer to different kinds of crowns, they may also be referring to the type of material used to make a crown. Today, most dentists use tooth-colored materials such as porcelain or ceramic because they resemble real tooth enamel; however, some patients may turn to porcelain-fused to metal crowns, depending on which teeth require treatment. These materials offer their own set of pros and cons, which your dentist can explain in more detail when you come into the office for a consultation.

Have questions about the different types of crowns we offer here in St. Louis, MO? If so, we would be happy to sit down with you and discuss your treatment options. Call our office today at (314) 872-7590.

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