Learn more about dental crowns and how they could benefit your smile.

Has Radcliff, KY family dentist, Dr. Ernest Skaggs, recently told you that you need a dental crown? If so, then chances are good that at some point you might have questions about this restoration and whether it’s the right treatment option for you. We are here to answer some of your most frequent questions about crowns to help you make a more informed decision about your oral health.

What is a dental crown?

This popular dental restoration is a great way to restore a tooth that is weak or damaged or has severe cosmetic flaws that need to be covered. A crown is the perfect way to alter the shape, size, strength, and overall look of one or more teeth.

This hollow tooth-shaped restoration completely covers the crown of a natural tooth where it is then cemented in place above the gums. The crown is often made from a durable tooth-colored material like porcelain or composite resin, which can be matched to the color of your tooth before it is made. The goal of Dr. Skaggs is to ensure that you get a crown that looks as close to a natural tooth as possible.

Why do I need a dental crown?

A dental crown is a pretty versatile restoration, meaning that there are many instances in which a crown can improve your smile. Here are just some scenarios in which you might need a dental crown:

• You have a weak tooth due to a traumatic injury or severe decay
• You have a tooth that is broken or fractured or extremely worn down
• You have a tooth that is severely misshapen, discolored or has other cosmetic imperfections
• You have to undergo root canal therapy (a crown is often placed over a tooth after this endodontic procedure)
• You need to support a dental bridge (to replace missing teeth)
• You need to cover a dental implant (to replace missing teeth)

Do you still have questions about dental crowns? Do you want to find out if this is the best approach for improving the health of a tooth? Then call our dental office in Radcliff, KY today and schedule a consultation with Dr. Skaggs.