Getting a Dental Crown: What to Know

premier • Jan 11, 2022

If your dentist recommends getting a dental crown for one or more of your teeth, there are some questions you should ask before the dental crown procedure. While dental crowns are excellent solutions to various tooth problems, they ensure you get all the necessary information before treatment. Keep reading to learn more.

What is a Dental Crown?

Dental crowns are ceramic, porcelain, or resin dental caps that provide an effective solution for various tooth problems. They protect, guard, or support a severely cracked, broken, or weakened tooth. Crowns are part of restorative dental surgery that aims at preventing tooth extraction. They closely resemble your natural tooth in color, size, and shape.

How Does a Dental Provider Place a Crown?

The entire procedure happens in two sessions over one or two weeks. On the first visit, your dentist assesses your teeth and gums to get tooth impressions of the crowns. They sent the impressions to the lab for fabrication of the crown.

The dentist fits the crown on the next visit, permanently bonding it on the tooth with dental cement. Some dentists can complete the entire process in one visit.

Who is a Candidate for Getting a Crown?

A good candidate for getting a crown is a patient with a badly damaged tooth where a crown is the only solution to prevent extraction. Dental crowns are the most permanent dental solution for tooth restoration.

Does It Hurt?

Your dentist will use an anesthetic to numb the tooth before the procedure. While you may feel slight discomfort after the anesthesia wears off, you can manage it with prescription painkillers.

How Long Does a Dental Crown Last?

After getting a crown, ensure you take good care of it by:

  • Using a soft brush to clean your teeth
  • Flossing regularly and properly
  • Not chewing on hard foods
  • Staying off very cold or hot foods.

With the proper care, dental crowns can last for up to 25 years. If you have more questions regarding dental crowns or require dental treatment, dentists at South Holston Dental Designs are here to help. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.

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