CROWNS
Crowns
cROWNS
A crown is a restoration that covers, or “caps”, a tooth to restore it to its normal shape and size, strengthening and improving the appearance of a tooth. Crowns are necessary when a tooth is broken down and fillings won’t solve the problem. If a tooth is cracked, a crown holds the tooth together to seal the cracks so the damage will not get worse. Crowns are also used to support a large filling when there is not enough of the tooth remaining, to protect weak teeth from fracturing, to restore fractured teeth, or to cover badly shaped or discoloured teeth. ROOT CANALS???
Crowns look and function just like natural teeth. Dr.Chiasson may recommend a crown if your tooth has enough decay that it cannot hold a filling, or if your tooth is cracked or broken and in danger of cracking down into the root if left unattended. A crown covers your tooth completely. It fits snugly at the gum and protects what remains of the natural tooth.
CROWN PREPARATION PROCESS
- Taking an impression of a tooth
- Placing a temporary crown over the tooth until the permanent crown can be installed
- Fabricating the permanent crown
- Replacing the temporary with the permanent crown
Once your crown is in place, make sure the area is brushed well and that you floss below the gum line.
While the crown protects your remaining tooth from further decay, you must protect the base of the crown from bacterial growth and gum disease. Regular brushing and flossing as you would your natural teeth will ensure that your crown will be in place for years to come!
If you are interested in obtaining additional information contact Dr. John L. Chiasson’s office at 705.352.1028.