For some people, the thought of getting a dental crown can be scary, mainly because they don’t exactly understand what a crown does. For instance, they mistakenly think that they’re losing a tooth because they need a crown. When in fact, our dentists here at Family SmileCare Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, Dr. Amy Stodola and Dr. Renee Maikon, use dental crowns to save teeth from getting extracted.
What Dental Crowns Can Do For You
Crowns are tooth-shaped caps or covers that are placed over cracked, damaged, or broken teeth, restoring their original function, appearance, and shape. It’s among the most widely-used dental treatments today that’s virtually painless and functions to safeguard otherwise unsalvageable teeth for a long time.
Keep in mind that in the past, severely damaged teeth had to be extracted. Nowadays, however, people get to keep their teeth because of the support that dental crowns provide. But how do crowns support the teeth exactly?
- Safeguarding and covering teeth that have been damaged and weakened by decay
- Repairing broken teeth
- Stabilizing portions of fractured teeth
- Strengthening and covering teeth with big dental fillings and inadequate teeth structure left
- Repairing severely worn down teeth
- Reinforcing teeth that have undergone root canal therapy
- Anchoring dental bridges in place
- Topping off dental implants
- Restoring severely stained or misshapen teeth
A Vital Note on Post Crowns
In a root-filled tooth, your dentist in Cedar Rapids, IA, might recommend a post crown prior to placing the dental crown. This post will be used to provide support and keep the crown in place. The post crown could be crafted from stainless steel and directly fitted into your root canal.
Depending on your specific circumstances, however, your dentist may recommend a custom post to make certain that it will accurately fit your treated root canal’s shape. Either way, the post crown will be installed in your root canal and then sealed with a dental crown.
For More Information on Dental Crowns, Call Us
Set an appointment with your dentist, Dr. Amy Stodola or Dr. Renee Maikon, here at Family SmileCare Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, by dialing (319) 362-8657.
