Crowns (Caps)
Wondering How Treatment Works?
TAKE A LOOK AT THE DENTAL CROWN PROCEDURE
Struggling with deep cavities or substantial trauma? We can treat your tooth and fortify it against further damage. First, your dentist will remove the decayed and infected portions of your tooth. Then, he will attach a custom, natural-looking crown, which can be made as you wait.
A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface, restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.
Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth colored crown) are the most popular. They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. Porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and color of your teeth, giving you a long-lasting, beautiful smile.
Reasons for crowns:
What does getting a crown involve?
A crown procedure usually requires two appointments. Your first appointment will include taking several highly accurate molds (or impressions) that will be used to create your custom crown. A mold will also be used to create a temporary crown which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory.
While the tooth is numb, the dentist will prepare the tooth by removing any decay and shaping the surface to properly fit the crown. Once these details are accomplished, your temporary crown will be placed with temporary cement and your bite will be checked to ensure you are biting properly.
At your second appointment, your temporary crown will be removed, the tooth will be cleaned, and your new crown will be carefully placed to ensure the spacing and bite are accurate.
You will be given care instructions and encouraged to have regular dental visits to check your new crown.
Will I Have to Wait a Long Time
FOR A NEW CROWN?
Many patients share this same worry, and at our practice, the answer is no! While temporary crowns can be a helpful option if you are undergoing treatment with implants and crowns,
Canyon Rim Dental offers an advanced solution for traditional crown patients: same-day crowns.
We can use our high-tech CEREC machine and lifelike porcelain materials to create a custom crown in one visit to our dental office in Salt Lake City, UT. You won't have to wear a temporary crown for several weeks as you wait for a permanent one.
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