Dental Crowns in Hacienda Heights CA

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Teeth may be damaged in any number of different ways. Some, like tooth decay, may be an unfortunate result of neglect. Others, like chipped teeth, can result from accidents and other mishaps. Still, others may be a necessary side-effect of treatment, such as the vulnerability of certain teeth after a root canal procedure.

However, modern dentistry is now at a stage where even problems like this don’t have to be things that people need to accept. There are plenty of solutions to help people with damaged teeth, and in the case of a single tooth, that solution is the dental crown.

A dental crown in Hacienda Heights CA is like a “cap” that is fixed to a single tooth. Dental crowns can be the solution to many issues. These include weakened teeth due to cavities, chipped teeth, or discoloration from illness or infection. The procedure usually involves cementing the crown into place, making it a fixed restoration that shouldn’t require any additional maintenance aside from good oral hygiene and regular professional cleanings.


When To Get A Dental Crown In Hacienda Heights CA?

Your Hacienda Heights Gentle Smiles dentist may recommend a dental crown for you if you have:

  • A tooth that is poorly shaped or discolored compared to the rest of your teeth
  • A tooth that has been chipped, cracked, or otherwise physically damaged
  • A weakened tooth that is in danger of future chipping or cracking
  • A tooth that had undergone root canal therapy and needs protection now that it is weakened
  • A tooth badly affected by tooth decay to the point that a dental filling is no longer suitable

Types Of Dental Crowns

Just as there are different kinds of teeth, there are different types of dental crowns.


Temporary Dental Crown

This is the crown a dentist will “quick fix” to your teeth if there’s an immediate need for it. It is also what you will have on your tooth while your permanent crown is being fabricated.


Stainless Steel

This is often a popular choice for children’s teeth because it is easy to make and fix, and can often be applied in a single visit.


Metal

These crowns are made of gold alloys, base metal alloys, or platinum alloys. These crowns are strong but less aesthetically pleasing, so they are usually used on back molars.


Porcelain-Fused-To-Metal

This is a bit more elaborate, with a metal interior that has had porcelain baked on it. They look much more natural, although occasionally, porcelain fractures or chips off.


All Ceramic or All Porcelain

These are the most natural-looking of dental crowns, but as with the other porcelain options, sometimes porcelain can fracture because of its brittleness.


Zirconia

Zirconia crowns are crowns made from Zirconium dioxide. This is a very durable and strong material, for long term use. It is also biocompatible and has a natural look.


Whether a dental crown is right for you is up to you and your dentist to decide. Stop in for a comprehensive dental exam and more information contact our team at Hacienda Heights Gentle Smiles in Hacienda Heights CA today.


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15925 Gale Ave
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745

(626) 336-6401