A dental crown or “cap” is a perfect example of how a simple restoration can go a long way to help improve a person's smile. Dr. Nancy Schumann of Williamsburg, VA, is a general dentist who provides patients with crowns to help their teeth structurally and aesthetically—read on to learn what this treatment can do for you!
More about Dental Crowns
Crowns are durable tooth-color dental appliances that match the rest of your teeth to prevent unappealing and mismatched smiles. Materials include porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns with metal interior for strength, and all-porcelain crowns for a beautiful look.
The procedure is simple, and it begins with your dentist examining your teeth. If there is severe tooth decay, she'll clean the tooth and fill it. If much of the natural tooth is removed while eliminating tooth decay, your dentist will need to use filling material to rebuild the tooth. The tooth is then shaped and impressions are taken and sent to a dental lab where the crowns are made. Your Williamsburg general dentist then cements the crowns in place during another visit. Don't worry, you'll be given a temporary crown until you receive the permanent crown.
Crowns are advantageous for your smile. Here are a few ways:
- Crowns cover unattractive teeth, like severely stained because of smoking or too much coffee, and chipped or fractured teeth caused by an accident.
- They also provide the necessary support for loose fillings that may dislodge.
- Dental crowns also reinforce the chipped and fractured teeth mentioned above by preventing further damage, like a tooth breaking or tooth loss.
- Crowns are also used for many oral procedures, like dental implants, bridges, and root canals.
- People suffering from broken teeth may have difficulty speaking, as well as chewing and biting into food—dental crowns fix those issues.
Interested? Give Us a Call
Crowns are an essential part of modern-day dentistry. Your Williamsburg, VA, general dentist, Dr. Nancy Schumann, is ready to provide patients with the help they need. For more information, don't hesitate to call her office today at (757) 564-0900!