We need our teeth to eat properly, so when one is damaged it can take a toll on your day-to-day life. In order to continue to protect your teeth and overall wellbeing, it is important to repair damaged teeth.
At Pinnacle Peak Family Dentistry, dental crowns are utilized to perform the following:
- Attach bridges
- Cover implants
- Prevent a cracked tooth from becoming worse
- Restore an existing filling
Looking for an improved aesthetic appearance? When applied to discolored or stained teeth needing restoration, dental crowns provide a natural, improved appearance.
Dental Crown Aftercare
Once your dental crown is in place, it is important to maintain proper care of your teeth. While a crown has provided a newly restored tooth, it doesn’t mean the tooth is indestructible. And, what’s even better is that with proper care, a good quality crown can last even longer. Remember to brush and floss the area of the crown daily to avoid excess plaque buildup or collection of debris around the restoration.
It is also important to pay attention to other behaviors that might damage the dental crown. These behaviors often include jaw clenching or bruxism (teeth grinding). Try to avoid eating brittle foods, ice, or hard candy. In doing so, the adhesion of the crown can be compromised or damaged.
Contact Pinnacle Peak Family Dentistry to learn more about dental crowns in North Scottsdale, and how this restoration procedure might be able to restore the appearance and functionality of your smile.
