Dental Crowns
Dr. Joseph H. Bang can renew the strength and structure of a weak, broken tooth
when we provide a dental crown. We use this restoration at las vegas Dental to encase
the tooth and protect it from further injury. Contact our skilled dentists and team today if you need to receive a dental crown in Las Vegas, Nevada.
A dental crown, or cap, is a restoration that can be used for a number of purposes. One
of the most common uses of a dental crown is to restore a tooth that is significantly
damaged or decayed. The crown is custom made to fit over the entire tooth, starting at
the gumline, in order to restore the tooth to its original shape and size.
Dental crowns can be made of gold, porcelain or porcelain fused to metal; porcelain crowns are popular because they match the natural color and appearance of your teeth. Our dentists will help you determine which type of dental crown is right for your smile.
Your smile may benefit from a crown if a tooth is damaged or decayed to the point that a dental filling will not provide a successful restoration. Crowns can also be used for a number of other restorative and aesthetic purposes, including to:
- Protect a tooth following root canal treatment
- Anchor and attach a dental bridge
- Cover and complete a dental implant
- Enhance the beauty of your smile
- Improve a misshapen tooth
- Strengthen a tooth that is fractured or weak
- Support a large filling when little natural tooth structure remains
To find out whether a dental crown is right for you, we welcome you to contact us today!
Restoring teeth that are damaged can be achieved in several different ways. Our
experienced team in Las Vegas, Nevada, will evaluate your situation and make
recommendations for treatments. In cases where a tooth is severely damaged, the team
at E Plant Dental Group may be able to save the tooth by creating and placing a dental
crown.
What are dental crowns?
Dr. Joseph H. Bang Ranasinghe of E Plant Dental Group describes dental crowns as
a restoration that covers or essentially ‘caps’ a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Dental crowns are often used for dental procedures, such as restoring a broken tooth or covering a dental implant. Crowns may also be used to improve the aesthetics of a smile by covering discolored teeth or closing gaps between teeth.
What materials are used to create dental crowns?
Dental crowns are typically made of porcelain, ceramic, or metal and can last
approximately ten years, depending on how well the restoration is cared for. When
properly placed and maintained with good oral hygiene practices, dental crowns can
help protect the remaining structure of the underlying natural tooth while restoring
proper function and aesthetics.
When might the team at E Plant Dental Group recommend a tooth crown restoration?
Our dentists will likely recommend a crown when significant damage to a tooth, such as
large cracks or fractures, deep decay, or when a filling alone is not enough and the
tooth requires more protection. In addition, crowns are often used for cosmetic
purposes—to cover misshapen teeth, close gaps between teeth, or brighten discolored
or stained teeth. An artificial crown may also cover dental implants for those with
missing teeth.
For more information about tooth crown restorations and how they can help improve
your smile, contact E Plant Dental Group today!