Dental crowns are a type of dental prosthetic used to repair damaged teeth or to restore their appearance. Made of tooth-colored materials, specifically porcelain, dental crowns go over a damaged or decayed tooth or are used as a part of bridgework to restore balanced function and esthetics to the mouth.
Dental crowns are also part of dental implants. A tooth-root replacement is installed with dental implants into the jaw itself, and the dental crown is fixed onto it. The crown is the only part you see above the gum line.
Why Might You Need a Crown?
Dental crowns may be used for various dental restorations, including:
- repairing a natural tooth that is fractured or broken
- covering the remains of a tooth that was deeply decayed
- hiding a large filling
- protecting the remaining tooth after a root canal
Restoration of Your Teeth
Caring for your oral health includes maintaining your teeth, preventing the effects of gum disease, and restoring and preserving your teeth for as long as possible. If you are interested in learning more about tooth-colored porcelain crowns or any dental health and restoration issues, call Cedar Dental today at 330-433-0333