Why Do I Need a Crown?

1. Why Do I Need a Crown? When your dentist tells you that you need a crown, there is a good reason. Either a tooth is cracked, broken or fragmented, or there is not enough tooth material left to fill one, either by cavity, decay, or wear. It is also used after the root canal. A crown is simply a way to restore and strengthen a tooth so that you can hold the tooth in place. It is a cover that, like a cap, is placed over the tooth to give structure and support. This re-creates the natural outline of the tooth for a seamless fit in your bite. Why Do I Need a Crown? Getting a crown is the best way to save a tooth that might otherwise have to be pulled. You can only fill one tooth or so many times before the structure of the tooth is left. And if you crack a tooth, there is no good way to add the contents of a broken tooth back. The goal of your dentist is to help maintain your natural teeth for as long as possible. When you lose a tooth, more problems can occur. Your teeth may be out of alignment, causing a bite problem and the possible loss of more teeth, or you may need to get a bridge to fill the gaps. Caring for a lost tooth can be a lot more expensive than obtaining a crown. Call us today to speak with a dental expert about getting crowns on front teeth. Types of Crown Materials Porcelain Crowns The crown can be made of different materials, with the most common being porcelain. Today's porcelain crowns are strong and durable, and we are able to match the color of your natural

2. tooth to make the crown almost ineffective in your smile. You'll probably forget which tooth is crowned! Dental treatment In the past, it was common to use a metal crown, with a porcelain coating. Modern porcelain crowns are metal-free. Gold Crowns People are still getting gold crowns as an alternative to porcelain crowns, but they are not really made of gold. Instead, they are a combination of gold with other metals such as nickel, chromium, or palladium, to increase the strength of the crown and reduce its cost. They can be silver or gold in color. Ceramic Crowns In rare cases, a ceramic crown is usually used even when people are allergic to metals. Generally, it is made of zirconium dioxide and may match the color of a natural tooth. Ceramic crowns are not as strong or long-wearing as porcelain or gold crowns, and may resist dentures. Call us today for your consultation! When you choose our dental office for your crowns, you can look forward to exceptional dental treatment and superb patient care. We take pride in utilizing the most cutting-edge technology to offer you and your family the best dental services around. To find out if you need dental crowns or other restorations, give our office a call to schedule your consultation appointment. That is the first step to enjoying the benefits of customized dental crowns from our dental office in Reston. Contact Information: Address: 1861 Explorer Street Reston, Virginia 20190 Email id: info@rtcsmiles.com Website:www.rtcsmiles.com