You are out enjoying a weekend brunch with friends when the unthinkable happens! You feel that telltale crunch in your mouth as you're chewing and realize that you have fractured a tooth. A trip to the bathroom mirror tells you that it's a pretty big fracture, and you immediately contact your dentist for emergency instructions.
This scenario is an excellent example of a situation where Dr. Dai might recommend a dental crown to restore your tooth.
When Do We Recommend a Dental Crown?
Some other situations may require dental crowns in Havertown, PA.
- Rebuild a cracked, fractured, or broken tooth
- Restore a severely decayed or damaged tooth
- Strengthen a tooth that's had root canal treatment
- Top a single dental implant
- Replace a large broken-down filling
- Anchor a dental bridge on both sides
A crown is designed to cover a damaged tooth entirely, much like a cap. It preserves the tooth's remaining healthy structure and root while closely mimicking your natural tooth with a porcelain replica. Dr. Dai customizes your crown to blend seamlessly with your neighboring teeth to complement your smile.
The Dental Crown Process
Getting a dental crown is relatively straightforward and typically takes two visits and two to three weeks to complete.
At your first visit, Dr. Dai prepares your tooth for its new restoration, reshaping it, taking impressions, and creating a temporary crown for you to wear. At the same time, our trusted dental lab fabricates your new custom restoration.
The lab may take a few weeks to complete your new crown. When they're done, you'll return to your dentist in Havertown, PA, to have it permanently placed and adjusted to your bite.
Your new crown acts like a natural tooth, as you'll enjoy full chewing function and the aesthetics you had before your tooth became compromised.
Contact our team at (610) 789-2904 for more information about dental crowns.