Tooth Crowns

Teeth Crown Greensburg

A tooth crown is a dental restoration that covers a tooth to strengthen and protect the natural enamel and root. Crowns may be recommended for teeth that are naturally weak or those that have been affected by decay or injury. Crowns may also be used for purely aesthetic reasons to improve the appearance of teeth that are functional and healthy but have lost their appeal due to years of wear and tear, genetics, or staining.

Teeth crowns may be used to improve teeth that are:

  • Broken
  • Decayed
  • Discolored
  • Cracked
  • Worn down
  • Small
  • Crooked
  • Weakened
  • Treated with root canal

Like a porcelain veneer, dental bonding, or a tooth-colored filling, a teeth crown should ideally help the tooth look and function better, while blending in beautifully with your natural teeth. Dr. Cavalier in Greensburg, Pennsylvania offers very lifelike crown materials, including the very strong and durable material porcelain. When considering a dental crown or other smile makeover idea, make sure you choose a cosmetic dentist who has years of experience with a variety of treatments.

So, what are your crown options? Porcelain is our most popular choice because it reflects light just like natural enamel and is very strong when bonded to natural teeth. There are three types of crowns: porcelain, gold, and porcelain fused-to-metal crowns. Thanks to the modern materials we use and the high skill level of our cosmetic dentistry team, you won't have to worry about that dark line around the gums that is noticeable with some types of crowns.

Only a qualified cosmetic dentist can determine which type of teeth crown is appropriate for your individual needs. However, each crown is placed in the same type of way. A mold is first taken of the decayed tooth, then that mold is sent to a dental laboratory, where the crown is made. The crown is then fitted atop the damaged tooth with dental cement. The cement used affects the color of the tooth. Matching the color of the crown to the color of the surrounding teeth is as much of an art as it is a science, which is why it's so important to find a dentist who is expertly trained in cosmetic dentistry like Dr. Cavalier.

Dental Crowns Questions

If you have smile problems that need to be addressed, your smile makeover is just a phone call away. Please contact Dr. Cavalier for your personal cosmetic dentistry consultation. As an alumnus of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, she is able to design a high-tech, cost-effective smile solution just for you.

Greensburg Cosmetic Dentist

724.219.0812

438 Pellis Road, Suite 100
Greensburg, PA 15601

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