Mar
Incidents such as a blow to the face or falling off a bicycle can leave tooth damage. Fortunately, there is treatment available at Vivid Dental in Houston. Dental crowns can restore damaged teeth. Patients often ask about the dental crown procedure, which involves a temporary dental crown. We can explain the purpose of the dental crown and temporary dental crown as well as what can be expected throughout treatment.
The first step toward achieving the smile of your dreams is scheduling an appointment with our dentist, Dr. Monti Harpalani. At your appointment, he will thoroughly examine the health of your mouth, teeth, and gums. This may include x-rays to examine the jawbone and tooth roots under the gum line. Dr. Harpalani will review your medical history to determine your candidacy for dental crowns. If you are a candidate for treatment, he will form a plan with you.
We take impressions, which are sent to dental laboratory for fabrication of customized crowns. We provide different types of crowns depending on the location of the damaged tooth. Porcelain fused to a strong metal base can be ideal for the posterior teeth. All-ceramic crowns add beauty to the anterior teeth, the teeth that show when smiling. Ceramic is a stain resistant, strong, and durable material that blends nicely with the smile. While you await the final crown, the dentist will place a temporary crown. This restoration ensures health and function to the smile while awaiting your final crown.
Once your final dental crown arrives, it will be checked for precise fit and appearance before it is bonded to the tooth. You can look forward to a beautifully restored smile. We will provide aftercare instructions to ensure longevity of the dental crown. With proper maintenance, your dental crown can last a decade or longer.
Crowns serve many purposes from protecting weak teeth to covering severely stained teeth. They can also cover misshapen teeth and hold together cracked teeth. Dental crowns are used to secure dental bridges and protect teeth after root canals.
Do you have a damaged tooth in need of repair? If you do, we recommend calling our team at 281-809-4902 today to schedule an appointment.