Discover the many ways in which dental crowns can benefit your smile.
Have you just cracked or broken your tooth? Do you have a tooth that is misshapen or discolored? Do you have a tooth that has become worn down and weak over the years? If you find yourself nodding your head to these questions, then you’ve come to the right place. Our Williamsburg, VA, dentist Dr. Nancy Schumann can place a dental crown to help restore that weak, damaged, or aesthetically flawed smile.
What is a dental crown and when is it used?
Our Williamsburg, VA, dental team prides itself on providing dental crowns that mimic the look and appearance of your natural teeth. A dental crown is a hollow restoration that fully encapsulates a tooth in order to protect it and to preserve what’s left of the tooth’s natural structure. Since no two people’s teeth are ever the exact same in shape and size, each dental crown we create is custom-designed to fit perfectly over your tooth.
Dental crowns are pretty amazing because they offer both cosmetic and restorative benefits. A crown can be beneficial for,
- Protecting and strengthening a damaged, broken, or weak tooth
- Preserving a tooth after root canal therapy
- Supporting and protecting a tooth that has deep decay
- Hiding discolorations and improving the overall shape and size of a tooth
- Covering a dental implant to replace missing teeth
- Holding a dental bridge firmly in place
How long do dental crowns last?
The dental crowns and restorations that our Williamsburg, VA, dental team offers are made from an incredibly lifelike and durable material such as porcelain or ceramic, which means that not only will it mimic the look of real tooth enamel but also it can last up to 10 years (or longer) before needing to be replaced.
Dr. Schumann can show you how to properly care for and keep your dental crown clean to protect it from excessive wear or damage so that you can maintain your beautiful new restoration for many years.
Are you curious to learn more about getting dental crowns in Williamsburg, VA? Do you want to find out if this restoration could improve your smile? If so, call our office today at (757) 564-0900 to schedule a no-risk consultation with Dr. Schumann.