Do you have a broken tooth, a crack or a chip you fear is worsening?
Tooth restoration is crucial to your long-term oral health and well-being, and a dental crown is a tried-and-true way to repair and revitalise an at-risk tooth.
However, there are several other reasons to consider dental crowns, which we explore in this blog.
- Weak Teeth
- At-Risk Teeth
- Short Teeth
- Missing Teeth
- Aesthetic Flaws
What Are Dental Crowns in Neutral Bay?
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped covers made from durable materials like porcelain. They are customised to match unrestored teeth in shape and shade. The crown fits a prepared tooth to the gumline, providing a natural-looking finish. It can also aid in tooth replacement by capping a dental implant post.
Top Reasons to Consider Dental Crowns
There are many reasons to consider dental crowns in our area. Below are the most common reasons.
#1 Weak or At-Risk Tooth
A treated root canal infection, severe tooth injury or advanced tooth decay can weaken tooth structure. The custom dental crown protects the at-risk tooth from loss or further damage by acting as a barrier between it and your bite force.
#2 Short Teeth
Short teeth disrupt your bite force and tax specific teeth with all the chewing, which can lead to premature wear and fractures. An unlevel bite force can also stress your jaw joints, leading to discomfort or temporomandibular joint disorder.
#3 Missing Teeth
Dental crowns play a role in tooth replacement. For example, a custom dental crown acts as your new tooth in dental implant dentistry, capping the artificial tooth root above the gumline.
#4 Aesthetic Flaws
Because the dental crown caps a tooth to the gumline, it can conceal most common tooth imperfections, including chips, cracks, discolouration, shape issues and small gaps between teeth.
Are You a Candidate for Restorative Dentistry?
Your Neutral Bay dentist invites you to contact our dental clinic if you have questions or are ready to book a consultation today.
