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Understanding the True Purpose of a Dental Crown in Dentistry

Dental crowns are vital restorations that go beyond cosmetic enhancement. In this presentation, explore the true purpose of a dental crown in Lansdale, PA, which plays a crucial role in restoring strength and function to damaged teeth. Learn how crowns protect weakened teeth, support dental implants, and restore your smileu2019s natural appearance. Discover the benefits of porcelain crowns and how they can enhance both aesthetics and durability. If youu2019re considering a dental crown, this presentation provides valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about your dental health.<br>Learn m

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Understanding the True Purpose of a Dental Crown in Dentistry

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  1. The True Purpose of a Dental Crown in Lansdale, PA

  2. What Is a Dental Crown? A dental crown is essentially a custom-made "cap" that completely covers a damaged or weakened tooth. Think of it as a protective helmet for your tooth, designed to restore its: • Size and shape • Strength and durability • Natural appearance Crowns fully encase the visible portion of the tooth above the gumline, creating a new outer surface that functions just like your natural tooth while protecting what remains underneath.

  3. Why Do You Need a Crown? 1 2 Protection Restoration Shields teeth weakened by extensive decay, large fillings, or root canal procedures from further damage. A crown distributes bite pressure evenly across the tooth, preventing cracks from expanding. Rebuilds severely broken, worn down, or chipped teeth to their original function and appearance. Crowns can also correct misshapen teeth that affect your bite or self-confidence. 3 4 Aesthetics Support Covers permanently stained or discolored teeth that don't respond to professional whitening treatments, creating a bright, natural-looking smile. Provides essential anchoring for dental bridges that replace missing teeth or covers dental implants to create a functional, natural-looking tooth replacement.

  4. The Dental Crown Procedure: Step-by-Step Impressions & Design Tooth Preparation Digital scans or physical molds capture the exact dimensions of your prepared tooth and surrounding teeth. This ensures your crown fits perfectly and aligns with your bite. Your dentist removes any decay and reshapes the tooth to create space for the crown. This may include building up the core if substantial tooth structure is missing. Final Placement Temporary Protection Your dentist places the permanent crown, makes any necessary adjustments for comfort and bite alignment, and securely cements it in place. If your crown isn't made same-day, a temporary crown protects your prepared tooth while a dental lab crafts your permanent restoration (typically 1-2 weeks).

  5. Materials Used for Crowns Porcelain & Ceramic Zirconia Porcelain Fused-to-Metal Temporary Materials Most natural-looking option with excellent color matching for front teeth. Provides outstanding aesthetics but may be less durable for back teeth that endure heavy chewing forces. Ultra-strong ceramic material that resists chips and fractures. Ideal for back teeth or patients who grind their teeth. Offers natural appearance with superior durability and minimal wear on opposing teeth. Combines strength of metal with the aesthetics of porcelain. Very durable but may show a dark line near the gumline as gums recede. Good for bridges where strength is needed. Usually made from stainless steel or acrylic resin. Designed for short-term use while permanent crowns are being fabricated. Less durable but provide essential protection.

  6. Crown Lengthening: When More Tooth Is Needed What Is Crown Lengthening? Sometimes, there isn't enough tooth structure above the gumline to support a crown. Crown lengthening is a specialized procedure that exposes more of the natural tooth by carefully reshaping the gum tissue and, in some cases, the underlying bone. Why It's Performed: • To create enough tooth surface for a crown to grip securely • To improve access for cleaning around a damaged tooth • To create a more balanced, less "gummy" smile • To address a tooth that fractured below the gumline

  7. 1361 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, PA 19446 215 855 3489 Reach Us At Kessler Dental 215 855 7154 Office@KesslerDental.net KesslerDental.net

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