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Crowns & Bridges Walnut Creek
Crowns & Bridges
At Procopio Towle Dental Office, we emphasize both functionality and aesthetics. Choose from our range of restoration options, including dental crowns and bridges, tailored to suit your needs and budget. Dental crowns effectively restore and protect damaged teeth, ensuring optimal oral health.
We ensure top-quality dental crowns.
Discover superior dental crowns at Procopio Towle Dental in Walnut Creek, CA. Our premium services restore functionality, strength, and aesthetics. With personalized care and comprehensive expertise, we ensure your comfort and satisfaction.
Understanding what is a dental crown?
A dental crown is a custom-made cap designed to fully cover and restore damaged or broken teeth. Crafted to match your natural teeth in size, shape, and color, crowns effectively conceal imperfections while offering a durable, long-term solution for various dental issues.
When are dental crowns recommended?
Dental crowns are recommended in the following cases:
- Restoring severely decayed or damaged teeth
- Repairing cracked or fractured teeth
- Strengthening teeth with compromised integrity due to large fillings
- Reinforcing teeth following root canal treatment
- Improving the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth
- Supporting dental bridges or implant restorations
Different types of Dental Crowns
Porcelain Crowns
Achieve natural aesthetics with our porcelain crowns, perfect for front teeth visibility. Our dentists expertly match their color to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, ensuring a flawless, natural appearance.
Porcelain-fused-to-metal Crowns
Blend durability with natural aesthetics, pairing a strong metal substructure with a porcelain veneer for a lifelike appearance.
Metal Alloy Crowns
Crafted from durable precious metal alloys, these crowns provide superior strength, ideal for teeth needing extra durability in less prominent areas. They are highly resistant to breakage and chipping.
Zirconia Crowns
Known for their strength and aesthetic appeal, zirconia crowns offer exceptional durability and fracture resistance. They are meticulously color-matched to blend perfectly with your natural teeth.
Dental Crowns: Their Benefits
Dental crowns are ideal for:
- Restoring severely decayed or damaged teeth
- Repairing cracked or fractured teeth
- Strengthening teeth with compromised fillings
- Reinforcing teeth post root canal treatment
- Enhancing the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth
- Supporting dental bridges or implant restorations”
Dental Crowns Procedure
Consultation and Examination
We start with a thorough examination of your oral health, discussing your goals and concerns to determine if a dental crown is suitable for you.
Preparing Your Tooth
After devising a personalized treatment plan, we carefully sculpt your tooth by gently removing a small portion of its outer layer, ensuring an exact fit for your crown.
Impressions or Digital Scan
We take impressions or perform a digital scan of your teeth to develop precise molds for your custom crown.
Temporary Crown Placement
A temporary crown may be placed over the prepared tooth while your permanent crown is being fabricated in the lab, protecting the tooth and maintaining appearance.
Custom Crown Fabrication
Our skilled technicians craft your crown using the impressions or digital scans, ensuring it matches your natural teeth in shape, size, and color.
Final Crown Placement and Adjustments
We replace the temporary crown with the permanent one, ensuring a perfect fit with any necessary adjustments.
Aftercare for Dental Crowns
Maintaining oral hygiene is crucial, including regular flossing and brushing. Our team will provide detailed instructions to help ensure the longevity of your dental crown. Remember to visit us for follow-up checkups to keep your smile healthy and your teeth functioning properly.
Frequently ask questions
It’s recommended to visit your dentist at least twice a year for regular checkups.
Yes, dental X-rays emit low-level radiation and are safe for routine check-ups.
Follow these steps:
- Brush twice daily
- Floss regularly
- Limit acidic and sugary foods
- Quit smoking
- Stay hydrated
- Visit your dentist regularly
Fluoride treatments help adults at high risk of tooth decay by making teeth more resistant to acid attacks.
Porcelain and ceramic-made dental crowns are naturally stain-resistant. However, in case of a stained dental crown, you may require to replace it with your tooth-colored crown.
Yes, improving your oral hygiene with preventive dental care can eliminate bad breath.
