A Dental Crown Can Improve Your Smile & Build Your Confidence

A dental crown is an artificial shell that looks just like a natural tooth, and it’s an incredibly helpful option for those with damaged teeth. Able to team up with many other dental procedures, at Athol Family Dentists in Athol, we know that a dental crown can restore proper function in your teeth while giving your smile a natural appearance.

Here are some instances in which a dental crown may be recommended by your dentist.

Accidents happen and you might lose a tooth one day, or have one extracted because of injury, decay, or disease. If that happens, your dentist might recommend a dental implant. After your dentist places the implant in the jawbone, they will place a crown on top of the implant. It looks and functions like a natural tooth, and your dentist in Athol can customize it to your natural bite.

If you’re missing more than one tooth, your dentist may recommend a dental bridge. A dental bridge fills the gaps in your smile and is held in place by teeth on either side of the missing tooth. Crowns can be used on each of the teeth holding the bridge in place, with a false tooth added in the middle, which creates the appearance of a full set of teeth.

Sometimes a tooth can become weak or damaged through wear or injury. If something damages your enamel, the dentin underneath becomes exposed. This makes your tooth more sensitive to temperature and vulnerable to further injury. A dental crown can strengthen and protect it from future breakage.

Crowns are incredibly effective for covering a tooth that is badly discolored, chipped or misshapen, making it look more uniform with the rest of your teeth. And because they can last for upwards of 10 years when cared for with a diligent dental hygiene routine, they can keep your smile bright and confident for years to come!

If you have a problem that a dental crown might solve, the team at Athol Family Dentists would be happy to speak with you. Why wait? Call us today!