Repair Your Tooth and Restore Your Smile with High-quality Dental Crowns
When teeth are damaged or decayed, a dental filling is often enough to restore them. However, a dental crown offers the best protection when the damage is pronounced or persists over time. Dental crowns are worn over an existing tooth to bolster its function, aesthetics, and comfort.
Optima Dental Associates offers high-quality dental crowns in Tinley Park, Illinois, and the nearby locations. Reserve a consultation with Dr. Mustafa and rediscover your beautiful, confident smile with dental crowns.
Why would I need a dental crown?
A crown is a customized dental cap worn over the tooth to strengthen the remaining tooth structure or enhance its appearance.
You may need a dental crown to:
- Hold together a cracked tooth
- Reinforce a root canal-treated tooth
- Anchor a dental bridge
- Top off a dental implant
- Protect a severely weakened tooth
- Improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth
Placing a dental crown involves more than simply covering a tooth with a cap—it’s a precise and customized procedure. We combine artistic skills and modern technology to create crowns that support optimal alignment, function, and aesthetics.
What does the dental crown procedure involve?
To restore your smile with a dental crown, you will need to schedule at least two appointments. During the first visit, we’ll examine your tooth to determine its suitability for a crown.
Sometimes, dental x-rays will be necessary to assess the extent of damage. A root canal may be needed first if the tooth is infected or severely damaged.
To ensure your crown fits comfortably, we’ll reshape the tooth by removing enamel from all sides. We’ll remove any damaged or decayed areas, leaving only the healthy structure intact. Then, we’ll take impressions of your tooth and adjacent teeth. Our partner lab references these scans when fabricating your customized crown.
The creation of the crown can take a few days. In the meantime, Dr. Mustafa will place a temporary crown over your prepared tooth. Once your crown is ready, you will need to schedule an appointment for its placement. Dr. Mustafa will inspect the fit and appearance of your crown before bonding it in place with durable adhesives.
How do I care for my crown?
Even though your crown is artificial, it requires maintenance to stay healthy and strong. While most dental crowns can last over 10 years, how you care for them determines their lifespan.
Here are the tips to maintain your crown.
- Good oral hygiene: Floss and brush your teeth diligently, and be thorough around the crown area.
- Watch out for your diet: You can eat virtually everything with dental crowns. However, limit the intake of hard and chewy foods as they can weaken your crown over time.
- Regular visits: See your dentist every six months or sooner for regular check-ups and cleanings.
- Quit poor oral habits: Don’t use your teeth to chew non-food items like fingernails and candies. Also, quit tobacco use.
- Invest in a mouthguard: Not everyone needs a mouthguard. However, you may need one to protect your smile if you chronically grind your teeth or participate in high-risk or contact sports.
Ready for Tinley Park dental crowns?
Do you have a damaged, weakened, or missing tooth? Rebuild your smile with functional and natural-looking crowns at Optima Dental Associates. Call (708) 315-2105 and reserve your appointment today with Dr. Mustafa and the team.
