if you have a broken tooth, or if you have a tooth that has been worn down or if the tooth’s enamel has weakened. It is also used to cover a tooth that has gone through a root canal treatment or if you have a missing tooth and you are recommended with a dental bridge. There are really a lot of ways by which dental crown can improve the cosmetic appearance and function of a tooth.
the tooth needs to be filed down. This is done under the effect of local anesthesia. Then, an impression of the tooth is taken to create your custom crown, and a temporary crown is placed over the tooth. It will protect your tooth until the final crown is ready. On your next visit, the temporary crown is taken off, and the final one is put on. We will check to make sure the crown is the right fit, shape, color and bite, before cementing it on permanently.