Dental Crowns – Beachwood, OH
Beautiful, Durable Restorations for Damaged Teeth
Due to accidents, decay, or normal wear and tear, you might have one or more damaged teeth. Our team would like to help those teeth get back to looking gorgeous and functioning well! That is why we are proud to offer beautiful, durable restorations in the form of dental crowns. Read this page to learn more about dental crowns, and then contact our Beachwood team if you would like to request a restorative consultation. We look forward to serving you!
Why Choose The Center for Advanced Dentistry for Dental Crowns?
- Convenient One-Visit Restorations
- Durable & Natural-Looking Crowns
- Seamlessly Repair Damaged Teeth
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a custom, tooth-shaped “cap” that we place on the top portion of a tooth. (A crown covers the entire part of a tooth that protrudes above the gumline.) The purpose of a crown is to protect a tooth from damage and restore its function and strength.
A crown may be the best treatment in several situations:
- A tooth has a large spot of decay.
- A tooth has recently undergone root canal therapy.
- A tooth is severely worn down.
- There is a cracked tooth.
- A patient wishes to improve the shape and appearance of a specific tooth.
The Process of Getting a Dental Crown
To start the crown process, we prepare the tooth. Usually, this involves removing some of its enamel so it will fit well beneath its restoration. Then, we take detailed impressions of the tooth and the surrounding dentition.
The impressions are then used as the basis for creating your beautiful new crown. In our office, we use advanced CEREC CAD/CAM technology to help us design crowns that are both highly functional and aesthetically pleasing. Once the design is finalized, we send it to our in-office ceramic milling unit, which then carves the crown out of dental-grade porcelain.
The CEREC process usually takes just a few hours and can be completed in a single appointment. Other practices use traditional crown-making techniques, which require coordination with a lab and multiple dental appointments.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown
A high-quality dental crown can provide numerous benefits:
- Improved dental function. You may experience a more even bite and reduced sensitivity when eating and chewing.
- Reduced need for extractions. A crown can often play a role in preserving a damaged tooth that would otherwise need to be removed.
- Beautiful aesthetics. Porcelain crowns look incredibly natural. In fact, they are almost indistinguishable from natural teeth.
- Durability. With proper care, many dental crowns last for 10 years or longer.
- Easy maintenance. Keeping a crown in good shape is not difficult. Thorough oral hygiene and other good habits are essential!