A cap or crown is a small dental restoration that can make a world of difference. It can help preserve, refine, and strengthen teeth, returning patients’ ability to communicate clearly and eat without oral pain. Dental crowns can be integrated into other treatments, or it can be a stand-alone service. Visiting a dentist near you and having them evaluate your smile will help you know if this solution is best.
Lincoln Dental offers high-quality dental crowns to patients in need. Please reach out to us to arrange a one-on-one consultation. We can guide you through the process.
Why You Might Need a Crown
You may want to consider getting a dental crown if you’re looking to remedy any of the following problems:
- A cavity that’s too large for a filling
- Broken filing
- Discolouration
- A tooth rendered vulnerable after a root canal
- Fragmentation
- Worn-down teeth
Dental crowns can also cover up an implant and anchor a dental bridge in place.
Why Porcelain?
Our dentists in Coquitlam, BC, provide porcelain dental crowns because they offer several benefits over other materials. To start, dental porcelain is high-quality, so it won’t stain easily and can hold up against the routine wear and tear involved in eating. Secondly, porcelain looks natural. It blends in with your teeth, so nobody will be able to tell you’ve acquired a crown. Porcelain is biocompatible and will not cause problems with your oral tissues or the rest of your body. Lastly, this material is cost-effective; your restoration can last up to 10 years if you practice good hygiene habits.
What Happens When You Get a Crown?
At least two appointments are needed to get a porcelain crown. You’ll need to attend a consultation with one of our team members so they can determine your candidacy. Molds are taken of your tooth to help lab technicians design a crown that meets its specific dimensions. If there’s any decay or debris on your tooth, we will clear it away. Then, a temporary crown is provided to keep the tooth safe.
A couple of weeks later, you’ll need to return to Lincoln Dental so we can replace the temporary crown with the customized one. It is solidified over the tooth with dental cement. Our dentist will make sure the crown doesn’t negatively impact your bite pattern. Then you can be on your way!
Dental crowns can be treated like regular teeth, but we recommend avoiding super hard or crunchy foods and not using your teeth to open things, as this can cause them to break.
Contact Us
The next step of your dental journey starts right here! At Lincoln Dental, our staff are excited to collaborate with you and your loved ones, providing personalized treatment and education so you can experience good health for many years.
To obtain a porcelain crown near you, drop by our clinic at 3030 Lincoln Ave #121, Coquitlam. Talk soon!