Dr. Nail recommends a dental crown for a tooth that requires full coverage to strengthen and support it. A tooth filling only occupies within the damaged or decayed tooth, but a crown covers the tooth completely to create a protective barrier between it and chewing forces.
Why We Recommend Dental Crowns
Some common reasons we recommend a dental crown at our Watkinsville, GA, dental office are:
- Restore a cracked or broken tooth
- Cover and protect a severely decayed tooth
- Protect a root-canaled tooth
- Restore a dental implant
- Support a dental bridge
You can be confident that your custom-crafted restoration will look beautiful and last many years.
Process for Getting a Dental Crown
Getting a custom dental crown requires two visits to Athens Oconee Dentistry. During the first, we prepare the damaged tooth, take impressions, and create a temporary crown.
A top custom dental lab uses the highest quality materials to prepare your crown to our specifications. It takes about 2–3 weeks to get your final restoration from the dental lab. When it’s ready, you will return to our office for a second visit so we can remove the temporary, adjust the final crown for fit, and cement it securely to your tooth.
High-quality dental crowns can last 20 years or longer when cared for properly.
Do You Need a Dental Crown?
If you have a damaged tooth that needs protection, please call our Watkinsville, GA, dental office to schedule an appointment.