Most people refer to crowns as caps. And rightly so because tooth crowns are tooth-shaped caps, covering your entire tooth to improve its appearance and tenacity. A while ago, crowns used would stand out from your smile, giving you a fake look. However, modern crowns closely match your natural teeth to look and feel like they have always been there!
A crown is a versatile dental restoration treatment used to address multiple dental issues, including:
Traditional dental crowns require at least two dental appointments to complete the process. But with our new CEREC same-day dental crown treatment, you can have your crown fixed in one appointment. Your dentist will examine your teeth, and if you are a perfect candidate for crowns, he explains the procedure and answers any questions you might have regarding the treatment.
Next, we etch out a small amount of the enamel to create room for dental crowns. This procedure is done under anesthesia to eliminate any pain. Then, we scan your bite, and the digital images are sent to the CAD/CAM computer, where special software designs your crowns and then sends it to our in-house milling machine to create the crowns while you wait.
It will take a few days to adapt to your crowns, but afterward, you will barely notice you have crowns — your bite will look normal, just like the rest of the teeth.
Crowns are used for both cosmetic and non-cosmetic functions. Ultimately, crowns restore the health and appearance of your teeth.
Considering dental crowns is a smart idea if you have impeded oral functionality because of a damaged tooth. Dental crowns are popular restorations because of the benefits below:
Ready to revive your smile and oral functionality in Pflugerville, TX? Please book an appointment with the Elite Smiles team. With our solid and natural-looking dental crowns, you will have a reason to smile again with confidence.
