You're enjoying brunch with family and friends when the unthinkable happens! Your front tooth cracks, leaving you with a visible chip that detracts from your smile. Now it's also difficult to chew and eat your food comfortably, so you end up heading home early.
The good news is that dental crowns in Durham, NC, might be an excellent solution for restoring your smile, and your team at The Smile Shop can help!
What Is a Dental Crown?
A crown completely covers a decayed, fractured, or broken tooth, maintaining its root and natural tooth structure while closely mimicking its shape and shade for aesthetics. Ceramic porcelain provides exceptional durability and aesthetics, and we rely on this material to restore teeth within the sight line of your smile.
Our dentists may recommend a crown in these situations:
- To strengthen a tooth that's severely decayed
- To replace a large or broken filling
- To rebuild a tooth that's had root canal therapy
- To cover cosmetic concerns like tooth size discrepancy
- To restore a single dental implant
Dental crowns also act as the anchors for a bridge that supports prosthetic teeth for tooth replacement.
Completing a Dental Crown
The process for getting a tooth crown is relatively straightforward and can typically be completed in two appointments at our Durham dental office. Here's what you can expect.
During your first visit, our dentists will prepare your tooth for its new restoration and make you a temporary version of your crown. You'll wear this while a trusted dental lab creates the final one. This process usually takes two or three weeks.
Once the dental lab has completed your crown, you'll return to The Smile Shop to have it permanently placed. Our dentists will make any adjustments at this time to ensure your bite functions correctly and feels comfortable.
Contact The Smile Shop
Give our team a call at (919) 941-5549 or schedule an appointment. if you have questions about your dental health or crowns.