Restore Your Smile With Dental Crowns
Whether you’re dealing with a cracked tooth, large cavity, or worn-down enamel, dental crowns provide a long-lasting, natural-looking repair to restore both function and appearance. At Austin Dental Care, our experienced team offers personalized care and high-quality dental crowns that help protect and strengthen your smile.
What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fully covers a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are often used after significant decay, trauma, or a root canal, and can also help improve the look of teeth that are discolored, misshapen, or worn.
Why Choose Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns offer several benefits, including:
- Restoration of function: Crowns allow you to chew, speak, and bite normally again.
- Protective strength: They shield weak or cracked teeth from further damage.
- Enhanced appearance: Crowns can match your natural tooth color and shape for a seamless smile.
- Long-lasting results: With proper care, crowns can provide durable, long-term restoration.
Types of Dental Crowns
We offer a variety of crown materials to meet your specific needs and goals:
Porcelain
Designed to closely match natural tooth color and ideal for front teeth.
Metal
Extremely strong and durable, often chosen for back teeth.
Porcelain-fused-to-metal
Combines strength and aesthetics.
Zirconia or ceramic
Offers both strength and natural appearance.
How the Dental Crown Procedure Works
The dental crown process typically involves two appointments:
1
First visit
Your dentist will prepare the tooth for the crown, take impressions or digital scans, and place a temporary crown.
2
Second visit
Once your custom crown is ready, the temporary crown is removed, the fit and look are checked, and the permanent crown is cemented into place.
Caring for Your Crown
To help your dental crown last as long as possible:
- Brush twice a day and floss daily.
- Avoid chewing hard or sticky foods.
- Attend regular dental check-ups.
Common Questions About Dental Crowns
