Maintaining the appearance and function of your bite and smile is incredibly important, but as hard as you may try, tooth damage and decay is sometimes inevitable. They may crack, chip, or wear down during everyday use, causing pain, discomfort, trauma, and or difficulty with chewing food. But they can be restored, thanks to San Antonio TX cosmetic dentist Dr. Li and the San Antonio Dental Implant & Smile Center, and the restorative power of cosmetic dental crowns.
The San Antonio Dental Implant & Smile Center is located near you at 9200 Broadway, Suite 129 in San Antonio TX 78217. It is possible to schedule an appointment online for a FREE consultation, or via phone at: 210-900-3190.
What is a dental crown?
A dental crown is a custom-formed cap/shell that replaces the damaged part of your tooth to preserve its functionality, while retaining the look of your other natural teeth. They may also be used in combination with dental implants, and implant supported prosthesis. Crowns are a popular restorative measure because they allow dentists like Dr. Li the ability to save the majority of a tooth without sacrificing stability or appearance.
If you have lost an entire tooth, dental implants are available to fill in the void and prevent your jawbone from shrinking. Bridges on the other hand, fill in the void by attaching themselves to neighboring teeth. Both use a crown to preserve your smile’s natural appearance.
How do they work?
Dr. Li, a San Antonio TX cosmetic dentist, will remove the damaged and decayed part of the tooth and firmly place a temporary crown on it, while the final permanent crown is created. This permanent crown is formed from a very solid material, and is shaped exactly for your mouth during your initial visit. It is highly recommended that you do not forget to replace your temporary crown with your permanent crown, or it may break during use.
Once the final crown is complete, we remove the temporary one and bond the permanent version into place, while ensuring that it fits in with your teeth perfectly.
It is important to note that it is advisable to get your final crown during your set appointment time. The temporary crown is designed to be temporary, and cannot withstand months of chewing and use.
In addition, we recommend staying away from sticky foods as part of your temporary crown care.
Interested in achieving great dental results with Dental Crowns?
The San Antonio Dental Implant & Smile Center is located near you at 9200 Broadway, Suite 129 in San Antonio TX 78217. It is possible to schedule an appointment online for a FREE consultation, or via phone at: 210-900-3190.
