Dental Crown for Broken Teeth
A broken tooth or fractured tooth is the most common dental emergency. Teeth grinding, tooth decay, or trauma can result in broken teeth. If the tooth is not infected, a crown is the best method to restore the tooth to normal conditions. Once restored, a dental crown can look and feel just like a healthy tooth. A dental crown can take one to two visits to restore normal functions.
Benefits of Crown
A dental crown not only supports and surrounds the dental tooth, but it also avoids further fractures or damages to the tooth. Dental Crown can help restore the tooth to normal esthetic and functions.
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Crown Procedure
The procedure is done as follows
- Preparation
- Temporization
- Cementation
Crown Preparation
During preparation, the dentist shaves down and around the tooth to make it like a baby tooth. Further, at the end of the tooth preparation, he takes the impression of the tooth. Finally, the laboratory fabricates the crown from the tooth impression.
Temporization
The dentist cements the preparation with a temporary crown. The temporary crown covers and protects the tooth. It maintains the position of the tooth preparation and prevents the tooth from infecting. If the patient loses a tooth crown during this time, it is necessary to have it redone.
Cementation
The cementation is done at the second appointment after the laboratory fabricates the crown. The dentist removes the temporary crown and cements the permanent crown.
Crown vs. Fillings vs Onlays vs Inlays
In Conclusion, the Crown is the best treatment option for broken teeth. Onlays, Inlays, and fillings are a good option for small and new cavities. For advanced cases, it is vital to fabricate a crown. The crown surrounds the tooth and prevents it from further fracturing.
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