Tooth loss is a frustrating and painful experience. However, thanks to dental implants, it’s possible to recover from this condition and regain the function of your teeth. Dental implants replicate the root structure of your natural tooth, and in some cases, they’re even stronger. The implant is surgically placed in your jawbone and then topped with a dental crown. The dental crown serves as a lifelike replacement for your natural tooth— giving you a chewing surface and looking the part as well.
Dental crowns can also be used when your root structure is still intact. A crown is fabricated according to specifications from your mouth, so it will fit alongside your other teeth just like your natural tooth did. If your tooth becomes physically damaged in an accident, your cavity becomes too large to repair with a filling, or your tooth needs root canal therapy, a dental crown can help in every case. Just like with an implant, the crown is set on top of your shaped root structure, protecting your natural tooth from physical damage and future infection, and restoring your smile.
Dental crowns provide crucial functionality in the wake of tooth loss or damage, but they also provide cosmetic benefits. Your dental crown can be fabricated with ceramics that are shaded to match your natural teeth. The ceramic material also reflects light in a naturalistic way, further allowing your crown to blend in with the rest of your smile. If you have a tooth that is noticeably smaller than another tooth, or a tooth that has sustained surface wear that is unsightly, a dental crown may be used to create a more uniform smile.
At Allen & Neumann Family Dentistry, Dr. Jeffrey F. Allen, Dr. Denise E. Neumann, and our talented, compassionate staff are dedicated to providing high-quality family, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry services to patients of all ages. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Allen or Dr. Neumann, call our dental office in Pella, IA, today at (641) 628-1121.
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