Damaged or missing teeth can take a toll on your confidence and affect your daily life. At Melton Dental, we understand that damaged or missing teeth can impact your confidence and how you choose to live your life.
That is why we are committed to helping you improve your life by restoring your smile. But, make no mistake – it doesn’t mean we extract your missing or damaged teeth.
At Melton Dental, our dentists always prefer preserving your natural teeth over-extraction. Dental crowns help us do just that!
What is a Dental Crown?
At Melton Dental, our dentists always prefer preserving your natural teeth over extraction. Dental crowns help us do just that!
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that closely resembles your natural tooth. Made using long-lasting materials like metal, porcelain and resin, these crowns restore teeth that are decayed, fractured, weakened, or worn excessively while also strengthening them. With proper care and maintenance, your crowns can last between 5 to 15 years or more.
Dental crowns can also be used in combination with other treatments such as root canals or dental implants to give you a functional, healthy smile.
Types of Dental Crowns in Melton
Here are the different types of Dental crowns available at Melton Dental:
Gold Crown
While not the most aesthetically appealing solution, gold crowns are long-lasting, highly durable and resistant to wear and corrosion. Gold crowns help preserve more of the natural tooth as they require less removal of tooth structure compared to other materials.
Metal Fused to a Porcelain Shell
The metal is virtually invisible once the crown is cemented in place. It combines the strength of the metal inner core with the natural appearance of porcelain to provide an excellent balance between aesthetics and function.
ALL porcelain (ceramic)
These are the best choice for a natural cosmetic look. Entirely made out of ceramic material, they are the best fit for those seeking a natural and aesthetically pleasing dental restoration, particularly for the front teeth.
Provided you have good oral hygiene and well maintained, regularly checked teeth, your dental crowns may last an average of 8 to 12 years.
Before and After
Do you need a Dental Crown?
Dental crowns can be used to fix a range of dental conditions and help improve your oral health. You may be an eligible candidate for dental crowns in the following instances:
- Have weak or cracked teeth that need support
- Have broken, dull, decayed or damaged teeth that need to be restored
- Have discoloured or stained teeth
- Need to cover a root canal-treated tooth
- You are considering dental implants
- To hold a dental bridge in place
- To improve biting and chewing functions
The best way to determine if dental crowns are the right option for you is to speak to our dentists. Schedule a consultation with one of our experienced dentists and we will do a thorough examination and recommend the best solution for you.
What are the Benefits of Dental Crowns?
There are several ways our dental crowns at the Melton Dental Group can improve oral heath and protect your smile. Here are just a few ways in which a dental crown can benefit you:
- Provide essential support to weak & damaged teeth
- Protect teeth that have worn away, preventing further damage
- Offer protection to teeth that have become brittle after a root canal
- Hold together severely cracked or broken teeth
- Enhance the appearance of a tooth
- Contribute to the improved jaw and chewing function
- Mimics the look of natural teeth
- Used in conjunction with dental implants
- Contributes to better oral health as damaged teeth are repaired
- Long-lasting
- Easy to install
- Minimal recovery time involved
Dental Crown procedure
Our process for getting a dental crown is as simple as it gets!
- Step 1 – Initial Consultation
Once you visit our clinic, we will evaluate your dental health, discuss your treatment options, and determine if a dental crown is the best solution for your specific case. - Step 2 – Tooth Preparation
During the next appointment, the tooth receiving the crown is prepared. This involves removing any decay or damaged areas, shaping the tooth to accommodate the crown, and taking impressions or digital scans of the tooth and surrounding area. - Step 3 – Crown Fabrication
Impressions of the prepared tooth and surrounding teeth will be taken and sent to a dental laboratory, where our skilled technicians craft your custom-made permanent crown. Depending on your specific needs and preferences, the crown can be made from different materials, such as porcelain, metal, or a combination of both. While your permanent crown is crafted, a temporary crown will be placed to protect the affected tooth. - Step 4 – Crown Placement
Once the permanent crown is ready, we will carefully place and bond the permanent crown onto the tooth. Your tooth is now functional and healthy again!
How should I care for my dental crown?
While dental crowns themselves are resistant to decay and bacteria, the original tooth underneath can still be harmed making it really important for you to take good care of your teeth at home.
Here are some steps you can follow to properly care and maintain your crown:
- Brush your teeth twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive fluoridated toothpaste.
- Floss your teeth at least once daily. Pay special attention to the area around the crowned tooth.
- Avoid chewing on hard and crunchy foods like candy and nuts.
- Wear a mouthguard if you grind your teeth at night or play contact sports.
- Avoid eating or drinking staining foods and drinks like red wine and coffee.
- Visit your dentist every 6 months for regular dental check-ups.
Experience the Best Dental Care at Melton Dental
Melton Dental is a state-of-the-art dental practice that stands as a beacon of excellence in dental healthcare. Our modern clinic is designed to make every visit a stress-free one. We’re equipped with the latest dental technology, from digital imaging to painless anesthesia to ensure precision, safety, and efficiency.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll be greeted by our compassionate and friendly team with warm smiles and genuine care.
Your dental needs are as unique as you are. That’s why we offer a wide range of dental services to address every aspect of your oral health, including general dentistry, children’s dentistry, sedation dentistry, gum disease treatment, teeth whitening treatment and much more.