At Dieterlen Dental in Tulsa, OK, we offer custom-made dental crowns, a versatile restorative dentistry solution designed to protect and enhance damaged or weakened teeth. Our experienced dentists will carefully craft a crown, sometimes referred to as a cap, that seamlessly blends with your natural smile, restoring both function and aesthetics.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns can be made from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys, or a combination of materials, offering a comprehensive tooth restoration or dental restoration.
Dental crowns are recommended for a variety of situations:
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Severe Tooth Decay
When a tooth is too damaged for a filling, a crown can protect the remaining structure and prevent further decay.
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Cracked or Broken Teeth
Crowns can hold together the pieces of a cracked tooth and restore its strength.
3
Root Canal Therapy
After a root canal, a crown is often placed to protect the weakened tooth and restore its function.
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Cosmetic Enhancement
Crowns can improve the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth, creating a more uniform and attractive smile.
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Dental Implants
Crowns are frequently used to cap dental implants, replacing missing teeth with a natural-looking and functional restoration. They can also serve as dental bridge abutments to support dental bridges.
Types of Dental Crowns
We offer various types of dental crowns to meet your needs and preferences:
1
Porcelain Crowns
These crowns are aesthetically pleasing and closely match the color and translucency of natural teeth. They are ideal for front teeth.
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Ceramic Crowns
Similar to porcelain crowns, ceramic crowns offer excellent aesthetics and durability.
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Metal Crowns
Metal crowns (gold or other alloys) are very strong and long-lasting, making them a suitable option for back teeth.
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Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) Crowns
These crowns combine the strength of metal with the natural appearance of porcelain.
The Dental Crown Process at Dieterlen Dental
1. Examination and Preparation: We’ll examine your tooth to ensure a tooth cap is the appropriate solution. The tooth will then be prepared by removing a small amount of enamel to create space for the crown.
2. Impressions: We’ll take precise impressions of your tooth to create a custom-fit crown that matches your natural tooth color and shape. In some cases, crown lengthening may be necessary to ensure proper fit and aesthetics.
3. Temporary Crown Placement: A temporary crown will be placed to protect your tooth while your permanent crown is being fabricated in our dental lab.
4. Permanent Crown Placement: Once your custom crown is ready, we’ll remove the temporary crown and permanently cement the new crown in place.
If you have a damaged or weakened tooth, don’t hesitate to seek treatment. Schedule a consultation with our experienced dentists in Tulsa and restore your smile’s function and beauty with a custom-made dental crown.