You may be missing a large part of a tooth. Maybe your tooth is discolored and you want to improve its appearance. Maybe you bit into a pit a few months ago and the tooth never felt the same again. It's time to consider making a porcelain crown, also known as a case.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT ARE PORCELAIN CROWNS?
Advances in the strength and appearance of porcelain crowns have made them the top choice for restoring damaged teeth. A tooth that has been damaged by a root canal, grinding, decay, or fracture is likely to break from everyday use. But a porcelain crown strengthens your tooth by providing 360-degree coverage.
WHAT DOES A PORCELAIN CROWN DO?
Crowns are full coverage restorations used to cover a tooth that is likely to break or is too damaged to be fixed with a traditional filling.
FIRST APPOINTMENT
At your first appointment, we will administer full local anesthesia for the tooth being treated. We will then prepare the tooth to make room for the porcelain crown.
After careful assessment of the shape and contour, a 3d scan or impression of the affected tooth will be taken. This putty will allow the lab ceramist to create and calibrate a porcelain crown that looks and feels like your natural tooth.
A temporary crown is created, polished and bonded. During the next two weeks, you will want to avoid sticky foods near the treated tooth so that the temporary crown stays in place. If the temporary crown comes off, try to replace it as soon as possible and come and visit us in the office if you can't get it back.
SECOND APPOINTMENT
At your second visit, the temporary crown will be removed and the final porcelain crown will be tried on and examined. We will take a dental x-ray to ensure proper fit and aesthetics. An adhesive is then applied to the inside of the porcelain rim. You will receive all the necessary instructions to properly care for your new tooth!
