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5 ways to describe dental crowns in Dolton
It shouldn’t cost a fortune to get good dental care. Pleasant Dental® in Dolton charges below-average fees, and we don’t charge unfairly. When looking for a “dentist near me in South Holland, Illinois,” trust that our office won’t bust your budget. Treatments like dental crowns and the five other qualities mentioned below are affordable.
1 – Versatile
Crowns are dental materials made to fit on top of a tooth that has been weakened in some way. Since teeth can become weak due to all sorts of problems – from decay to teeth grinding – crowns are used in many different ways. They help hold a broken tooth together. They are a great option for vulnerable teeth with large fillings. Crowns even rebuild teeth with severe wear and tear.
2 – Tooth-preserving
Crowns also play a big role in “saving” teeth with deep damage. We’re talking about inflammation and infection deep inside the tooth. This type of damage can lead to the loss of the affected tooth. Root canal treatment may be the only way to save the tooth. It gets rid of the inflammation and infection. Think of it as a fresh start for your tooth. The crown is added after your tooth has healed, to strengthen it and prevent more damage.
3 – Tooth-replacing
Crowns aren’t just used to rebuild and preserve teeth. They are also used to replace them. Crowns are applied to anchor teeth in a dental prosthesis. The crown strengthens these anchors so that they can support the replacement teeth. Crowns are also connected to implants. The implant holds the crown in place, similar to how a root holds a natural tooth in place.
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4 – Cosmetic
Dentists like us have dozens of materials and ways to make crowns. We do not limit ourselves to a few materials or techniques. When we offer our thoughts about the best materials for you, we consider things like the location of your tooth. Porcelain and zirconia are among those materials that look lifelike (like natural enamel). They can be shade-matched really closely to the surrounding teeth. These crowns are also more resistant to staining than other materials. These characteristics make porcelain and zirconia particularly appealing materials for crowns to repair highly visible teeth, like the incisors at the very front of the mouth.
5 – Strong
As far as strength of materials goes, gold can’t be beat. The problem is that the color of gold can’t be altered to match the natural color of the teeth. So, it is generally reserved for the backmost teeth, those chewing teeth that bear the brunt. Where practical and when cosmetics are at a premium, Pleasant Dental® will recommend the best cosmetic materials for your specific crown and need.
Are you concerned about changes in the look or feel of a tooth? By all means, don’t sit on it! Damage like cracks doesn’t go away. It only gets worse. Contact your South Holland, IL area dentist today at (708) 576-1900 to schedule an appointment at our office in Dolton.
Dean Dietrich, DMD
Dr. Dean Dietrich has been practicing dentistry since 1986, when he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University's School of Dental Medicine. He had completed his undergraduate studies in business marketing and management at Michigan State University from 1978 to 1982.He opened Pleasant Dental in 2003 to provide excellent dental care and value for his patients. He is especially skilled and experienced with root canals, implants, and handling dental anxiety.
Dr. Dietrich is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, and the Indian Dental Association. He is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan and has orthodontic certification from the Academy of GP Orthodontics. Multiple agencies have recognized him annually as one of America’s Top Dentists.
