Porcelain Dental Crown
Mason, Ohio
 A porcelain dental crown is a cap used for covering a damaged tooth. The main goal of a dental crown is to protect and restore the natural appearance of your teeth. Dental crowns are appealing since they mimic your natural teeth. Porcelain crowns are suitable for those with decayed teeth and those whose teeth have been harmed by trauma or an accident. They are also an excellent alternative for people who want to improve their smile by fixing a crooked tooth. Additionally, dental crowns might be used to safeguard your teeth after a root canal or to replace a missing dental filling. Visit Frankart Family Dental to get more details about porcelain dental crowns.
Procedure for Porcelain Crowns
The porcelain dental crown process needs two dental appointments. The dentist will prepare the tooth for dental crown placement during the initial appointment. Inspecting your teeth to find out and eliminate any sensitive areas is part of these preparations. Before placing the dental crown, the dentist will use dental x-rays to examine the tooth's roots and surrounding bone. If you have a pulp injury or danger of infection, your dentist may recommend root canal therapy. The gums surrounding the injured tooth will receive anesthetic treatment from your dentist before dental crown placement.
After that, the dentist will take impressions of your teeth and send them to a dental lab where dental crowns will be manufactured. The dentist will create a temporary dental crown to protect the damaged tooth while the permanent one is being made, which could take up to three weeks. Your dentist will take out the temporary dental crown at the second appointment. The permanent dental crown will be examined to ensure that it is appropriately fitted over the gap and matches the color of your teeth. If everything seems okay, your dentist will use a local anesthetic to numb the region around the damaged tooth and then cement the new dental crown permanently.
Are There Any Side Effects from Porcelain Crowns?
You may feel some discomfort at first after your dental crown has been placed. Additionally, the tooth with the dental crown may develop sensitivity; however, the dentist will urge you to use toothpaste made especially for sensitive teeth.
Porcelain dental crowns can crack, although minor cracks can be repaired. Your dental crown will become looser if the cement holding it in place deteriorates. If your dental crown becomes or feels loose, schedule a visit with your dentist. Additionally, some materials can cause an allergic reaction though this is uncommon.
Does a Crowned Tooth Require Special Care?
No special maintenance is needed for a crowned tooth. However, you must safeguard the underlying tooth from gum disease and decay. For healthy teeth, brush twice a day and floss once a day. Avoid chewing or eating tough foods to prevent your porcelain dental crowns from cracking. A porcelain crown can last up to 15 years with the right maintenance.
For more tips on how to care for your porcelain dental crown, visit Frankart Family Dental. Call us today at (513) 809-1366.
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