Dental injuries happen, and in addition to the changes to your appearance, these could also leave your teeth vulnerable to complications. The same goes for teeth that ache due to a cavity or infection. In today’s blog, Dr. James Stewart, DDS, PC, talks about how we repair teeth with lifelike full and partial dental crowns.
Partial Crowns
We can offer full crowns to repair teeth, but if you have an injury or cavity too severe for a filling, but not severe enough to require a complete restoration, we could offer a partial. With a partial restoration, we can take on these in-between cases with lifelike and long-lasting results. Made from ceramic, these can be shaded to blend with the tooth, and have the potential to last for years to come. The inlay option will fit in between the cusps on top of your teeth, while the onlay will fit over them.
Fulls
But how do we repair your teeth with a full dental crown? With a complete crown, we can cover the entirety of the structure above the gum line, taking on more severe injuries and other complications. Our team will gently numb the tooth to ensure your comfort. We then remove structure to accommodate your complete restoration, and take detailed digital images of the tooth. In a lab setting, we will use the images to design and craft the finished restoration, and craft it from durable and lifelike materials. For the front-facing teeth, we may use all ceramic, but for the side and rear teeth that endure greater forces, we could opt for porcelain-fused-to-metal or zirconia, again shading these for a natural appearance. Finally, we complete repairing your teeth by attaching the completed product with a powerful bonding agent.
When Teeth Need Custom Restoration
When do you need a crown to repair your teeth? If they become chipped or cracked, or suffer from more severe breakage, this could return them to full function, health, and beauty once again. We could also take on cases of tooth decay too severe for a filling, preventing the infection that could lead to tooth loss. Should a tooth become infected, this could be the last step in a root canal to protect your smile. We could also help boost the beauty of your smile, addressing worn-down or damaged teeth.
If you have any questions about how we repair teeth with a dental crown, or if you have an injured one, then contact our team today to learn more and get started.
Schedule Custom Dental Restoration With Dr. Stewart, DDS
To repair your teeth and ensure the final results are natural in appearance, we provide custom dental restorations. To learn more about how we restore your tooth, call Dr. Stewart, D.D.S., P.C. in Livonia, MI at 734-425-4400.