If a tooth has more extensive decay, a dental crown may be the ideal aesthetic and functional restorative solution.
A crown preserves the natural tooth which helps maintain the supporting bone structure and stability of the surrounding and adjacent teeth.
Jupiter Smiles Dentistry provides dental crowns in Jupiter, FL. Call to learn more and schedule an appointment.
The first step in the process is to take a digital impression that will be used to make a model of your teeth and bite. This allows the crown to look and function like your natural tooth. The tooth will then be prepped, with the decayed areas being removed. An impression of the prepped tooth will be made so that the final crown will fit properly when it is placed. Next, a temporary crown will be made and temporarily cemented while your final restoration is being created.
There are four common types of crowns:
Ceramic
This type of crown is often used for teeth that are visible when smiling. They are made from a porcelain-based material that retains the look of natural teeth.
Porcelain Fused to Metal
These crowns are known for their strength and durability while also allowing for a natural-looking restoration.
Gold Alloys
These may be used when more strength is needed, particularly for patients who grind their teeth at night.
Base Metal Alloys
These are strong and corrosion-resistant and are often used when there is less existing tooth structure available to support the crown restoration.
Looking for a practice in the
