Brookswood, BC, area dentist explains when only a dental crown will do on your damaged tooth
Crowns are one of the most versatile dental procedures for several different reasons. As a type of restoration, a dental crown on your tooth, placed skillfully by your Brookswood area dentist, Dr. Harpreet Aulakh, can be used to treat many conditions that affect the health or appearance of your teeth.
A treatment for many conditions
Crowns are multi-functional because they are made from a dental material that is shaped and placed to fit over the natural tooth. The natural tooth is prepared to accept the crown, and how it is prepared depends on the condition you need to treat; for instance, decay or diseased tissue must be removed. That way, the crown is placed snugly on top of a healthy tooth structure to rebuild it, the same way that a cap or other hat fits over your head.
Materials for every need
Crowns at Smile365 Dental in Langley City, BC, are also versatile in terms of the materials they’re made from, which generally include:
- Metals, such as gold
- Porcelain and other ceramics
- A fusion of metal and porcelain (Porcelain Fused to Metal or PFM)
Dr. Aulakh will discuss the best type of crown for your situation, which depends partly on where the tooth to be crowned is located.
Many Smile365 Dental patients appreciate options that blend durability with a natural appearance. PFM crowns feature a metal core and porcelain covering and are an appropriate blend of aesthetics and strength. Dr. Aulakh may also recommend an all-ceramic crown. Porcelain is unsurpassed in terms of how it replicates the natural appearance of tooth enamel. The dental material is resilient. Gold and gold alloy crowns also represent resilient options, especially for back teeth. When prepared and placed by a functional artist like Dr. Aulakh, your crown can last for years with basic oral hygiene and visits to our office for recall exams and cleanings.
Call (604) 409-8660 to schedule an appointment at the Brookswood-area office of Smile365 Dental in Langley City, BC.
