Similar to how a helmet protects your head, a dental crown is placed by our dentists in Fort Smith, Rogers, and Springdale, AR, to shield and lend support to a vulnerable tooth. Custom-made and designed to fit snugly, dental crowns are hollow on the inside to accommodate the damaged structure underneath, while the exterior mimics the natural contours and appearance of your original tooth.
Learn more about dental crown placement below.
A custom dental crown is often the best solution when a tooth is too damaged or weakened to function properly on its own. Crowns are personalized caps that fit over your natural tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. Smiling confidently, chewing, and biting into your favorite foods are all possible with this form of dental restoration.
Getting a dental crown is typically a two-visit process. During your first appointment, one of our local family dentists will evaluate the affected tooth to ensure it can support a crown. If it’s a good candidate, we’ll begin by reshaping the tooth, or removing a small amount of enamel to make space for the crown in terms of height and width.
Next, we’ll take detailed digital impressions of your tooth. These impressions are sent to a dental lab where your custom crown is created to match the shape and color of your natural teeth. In the meantime, a temporary crown will be placed to protect your tooth while the permanent one is being made.
After a few weeks, you’ll return for your second visit. We’ll remove the temporary crown, check the fit and appearance of the final one, and then cement it securely in place. Once bonded, your new crown will look, feel, and work like a natural tooth.
A damaged or compromised tooth doesn’t have to hold you back. With a dental crown from our dentists in Springdale, Fort Smith, and Rogers, AR, you can restore strength, function, and confidence. Call one of our Parklane Family Dental locations today to request an appointment and find out if a crown is right for your smile.
