Kennewick dentist, Dentist in Kennewick, WA

Crowns

As we age, our teeth become increasingly prone to fracture. This can be due to bruxism (teeth grinding), decay, cracked fillings, and root canals among others. If your tooth is beyond repair with a filling material, we may recommend that the best option to save the tooth is with a full crown. Crowns increase the durability of the tooth, cosmetic appearance, and overall support of the chewing function.

Types of Crowns

If we decide that you are in need of a full crown, there are a few different options including a full porcelain crown, a porcelain fused to metal crown, a porcelain fused to zirconia crown, or a full gold crown. We will make the determination as to which of these options is the most appropriate for your situation. You can be comfortable in knowing that your new tooth will be virtually unnoticeable and will complement the rest of your smile.

Procedure

The procedure begins with local anesthesia and the removal of all decay in the tooth. Once we have removed the decay and shaped the tooth, we will take an impression. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While this new tooth is created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restorations will resemble your natural teeth so that you can continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing tooth.

During your second visit to the office, our goal is the placement of your final restoration. Although the majority of crowns are completed in two visits, there is sometimes a need for a third visit to ensure a proper fit. We will make every effort to ensure that the new tooth feels exactly like one of your natural teeth. Then we simply bond the crown to the tooth into your mouth, leaving you with a beautifully restored smile.