Kearney dentist, Dentist in Kearney, NE

Crowns

As we get older, our teeth begin to change and are prone to decay. There are many possible reasons for this change in your smile. Reasons can include bruxism(teeth grinding), general decay, cracked fillings, root canals, among others. If your tooth is beyond repair with a filling material, we may recommend a full crown as the best viable option to save the teeth. Crowns can enhance teeth durability, cosmetic appearance, and overall support of the chewing function.

Types of Crowns

If a crown in recommended there are three options for repair. These options include a full porcelain crown, a porcelain fused to metal, or a gold crown. We will make the determination as to which of these options is the most appropriate for your situation. You can be comfortable in knowing that your new tooth will be virtually unnoticeable and flawlessly complement the rest of your smile.

Procedure

We schedule two appointments for the entire process. The procedure begins with the removal of all decay in the tooth. Once we have removed the decay, we take an impression of the tooth. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While this new tooth is created, we provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restorations resemble your natural teeth so you can continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing or incompatible tooth.

During your second visit to the office, we proceed with the placement of your final restoration. This crown will be fitted comfortably into the mouth. We make every effort to ensure the new tooth feels exactly like one of your natural teeth. The final step in the process is to cement the crown into your mouth, leaving you with a beautifully restored smile.