Crowns (Caps)
Dental Crowns in Los Angeles
If you have a large cavity or a chipped or fractured tooth, then a dental crown may be the solution you're looking for to protect your compromised tooth. At the practice of Crenshaw-Slauson Family Dental, we offer custom crowns to renew the functionality of your bite and the beauty of your smile.
We are proud to protect the smiles of the residents of the Los Angeles communities. You can trust that our gentle team will treat you with respect and compassion, regardless of the current state of your oral health.
Don't let a compromised or missing tooth make you hesitate to share your smile, because we can help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
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What Are Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns are custom restorations that protect and reinforce a compromised tooth. A crown covers your existing tooth and safeguards it from damage and infection. It also restores the surface area of your tooth to renew your bite pattern. Crowns can even be used to replace a missing tooth when paired with dental implants.
Traditional Crowns: Traditional crowns are custom made to meet an array of oral health needs. They may be used to restore a tooth that is worn unevenly or to cover a tooth that is too small to match the height of the neighboring teeth. Crowns are also used to cover a tooth that has been through a procedure like root canal therapy to rebuild your natural tooth structure.
If you have a chipped or broken tooth, a dental crown can protect your tooth from further damage or infection while restoring the original shape, size, and color of your natural tooth.
Implant-Supported Crowns: If you have a missing tooth, then an implant-supported crown is an effective solution. A dental implant is a custom restoration that renews your bite pattern and the fullness of your smile. They protect your gums and keep your neighboring teeth from shifting into the open space. This treatment is increasingly popular because it is permanent, so it won't slip or fall out. This artificial tooth is the only restoration that recreates your entire tooth from root to crown. Implants supported crowns consist of an implant post, an abutment, and the crown. We can craft your implant-supported crown to replace any missing tooth, from molars to incisors. Our team will artfully match the size, color, and shape of your dental implant to mirror your remaining teeth.
Our Dental Crown Process
Selecting a dental team you trust to craft your custom dental crown is important. Our friendly team takes the time to talk with you and ask questions to fully understand your needs and smile goals. From the moment you meet our dentist, you know you're a priority.
We begin with a gentle and precise exam of your teeth, jaws, and gums. Our team will take detailed measurements of the compromised tooth and create a treatment plan that is tailored to you specifically. We will discuss the results of the exam and the options we recommend to improve your oral health and rejuvenate your smile. If you require any pretreatments such as an extraction or a bone graft, then we will include those in your plan.
If you choose a traditional crown, our gentle dentist will expertly shape your tooth and fit the crown over it. We will check to see if the crown feels comfortable and then cement it into place. Our dentist will provide tips and instructions to help you maintain your dental restoration.
For those who choose an implant-supported crown, there are a few appointments. In your first appointment, the implant post is placed. After this procedure, you will take time to heal and allow the implant post to fuse with your jawbone in a process called osseointegration. This creates the permanent and stable base for your implant-supported crown and prevents bone loss. Once you're ready, the follow-up appointment will occur, and your custom crown will be fixed onto the implant post. We will provide tips and instructions to take care of your dental implant.
Tooth Crown FAQs
We believe that open discussions are an important aspect of quality dental care. That is why we encourage you to ask questions and share your concerns. Our team is happy to provide the answers you need to make an informed decision regarding your oral health. Here are some of the most common questions we receive about dental crowns.
If you have a large cavity, a damaged or weak tooth, or a missing tooth, a dental crown may be the solution you're looking for. Our team will discuss the benefits of traditional and implant-supported crowns so you can choose the one that is right for you.
Dental crowns are durable and can last for many years when you care for them properly. Crowns can last for 10-15 years, and if you select an implant-supported crown, then the titanium post is permanent, so you won't have to go through the placement surgery again.
No. Traditional and implant-supported crowns are customized to fit comfortably in your arch of teeth and blend beautifully with your smile. Our dentist will check the fit to maximize your comfort before cementing it in place.
Reliable Dental Crowns in Los Angeles
If you have a compromised or missing tooth, then our dental crowns may be right for you. At the dental practice of Crenshaw-Slauson Family Dental, we offer traditional and implant-supported dental crowns to renew your ability to eat, speak, and smile with ease. We are excited to meet you and boost your oral health and overall quality of life with our beautiful, custom crowns. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
CALL US: (323) 292-0231 REQUEST APPOINTMENT
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