Dental Crowns in Spanish Fork, UT

Anyone can experience teeth damage from oral injury or wear and tear, or dental stains due to several reasons. These defects can affect the shape and the aesthetics of the teeth.

When a patient's tooth strength is compromised due to decay, injury, or root canal treatment, or if a tooth needs overall aesthetic improvement, a dental crown can be one of the most suitable treatment options to save or protect the tooth.

What Are Dental Crowns?

Crowns are caps placed over the patient's teeth to shield them and restore their shape, contour, strength, and appearance. They look and function like natural teeth. Crowns cover the visible portion of the patient's tooth and are placed above the gum line, thus improving the strength of the tooth.

Although several tooth restoration options are available to repair damaged teeth, dental crowns are the most suitable option if the defect is severe and can’t be repaired with a dental filling.

Dental crowns can last for many years without any concerns if cared for well, thus they are a durable and perfect long-term option to fix tooth decay and damage. They can be made from various materials that include porcelain fused to metal, resin, metal, or tooth-colored ceramic.

When Would You Need a Dental Crown?

A dental crown restores the health and functionality of a compromised tooth and enhances the overall look and appearance of the smile. A dental crown can work best in the following situations:

If the patient has tooth decay
If the teeth are severely stained or discolored
To restore a damaged or broken tooth
To support a dental bridge
To cover a dental implant
To restore the strength of a tooth after a root canal
To replace old, deep fillings or to support a weak tooth with a large filling
To repair or hold together a weak or broken tooth
To offer support to a tooth with a large filling
To make cosmetic dental modifications, like reshaping teeth
To fix a misshapen tooth.

Who Is a Suitable Candidate for a Dental Crown?

For a patient to be an ideal candidate for a dental crown, the patient should have strong and healthy gums for the dental restoration to work well. When a patient visits Creekside Dental, we will evaluate their oral cavity and we will:

Perform a complete oral checkup to identify any signs of tooth decay, damage, or infection.
Examine the integrity and strength of the patient's jawbone.
Conduct diagnostic examinations that include dental X-rays to analyze the structure of the patient's teeth thoroughly.

With the insights gained from our dental evaluation, we may suggest that the patient undergo the following procedures: