Porcelain Dental Crowns in Culver City
Modern dentistry offers more options than ever to help you restore and maintain an optimal level of health. While the strength and beauty of materials continue to advance, the skill of the practitioner makes a significant difference. Our doctors use the latest techniques, bringing even the most damaged mouths back to full health with custom-made dental crowns.
What Are Dental Crowns?
Sometimes, teeth are damaged because of cavities, heavy bite forces, or trauma. If a root canal is needed to salvage a compromised nerve, the tooth may be especially fragile. Dental crowns, or caps, allow these teeth to be rebuilt and covered with materials that mimic nature. Not only are most capped teeth indistinguishable from natural teeth, but they’re also extremely secure and comfortable. Our metal-free dental crowns are all made from high-quality porcelain that creates a balance between aesthetics and durability.
Crowns can be crafted to repair a single tooth or multiple teeth (including the entire mouth). Or, we can use them in conjunction with dental implants to fill a space. In fact, when missing teeth enter the equation, special consideration might be given to placing a dental bridge or implants.
Crowns in One Simple Step
Today’s technology allows us to simplify the delivery of a crown into just one appointment. After gentle shaping of the tooth, detailed digital images captured by a computer give us the data we need to design your new restoration. In just a few minutes, powerful software coupled with our training creates a crown milled from the finest porcelain available. Once we bond your new crown firmly into place, you will be on your way!
The Smile Dentists LA Specialty: Conservative Biomimetic Crowns
Our approach focuses on preserving as much of your tooth’s natural structure as possible. This conservative approach voids excessive drilling to shaving down of the tooth. Most patients still have plenty of healthy tooth structure even when they need crowns. The “biomimetic” part means we focus on preserving the tooth’s natural properties and function through the precise use of advanced materials. We take extra time to ensure the shape of the crown does not stand out from your natural teeth.
Dental Crowns FAQs
Dental crowns can prove a reliable and impressive way to restore an ailing tooth. However, we still take the time to ensure this solution is the right one for each potential candidate. Whenever a more conservative treatment is available, we will also recommend that option. In the end, our goal is to keep your smile healthy (and looking at its best).
- Consultation: We take the time to fully assess your situation and oral health. You can discuss your available options with our crowns specialist, who can provide professional recommendation based on your needs.
- Preparation & Impression: We gently prepare the tooth, preserving as much of its natural material as possible. Other dentists may be less conservative in their approach. Our goal is to keep your tooth’s health and stability as a top priority. We then take digital impressions of your mouth to create a custom-fit crown that will blend seamlessly into your smile.
- Placement: Our approach uses the latest in dental technology, allowing patients to receive their crowns quickly. We test the fit of the crown and ensure it snugly caps the tooth for maximum stability.
On average, patients see their crowns lasting for 10 to 15 years. However, attentive dental care can help you get even more use out of your crowns. Maintain good at-home oral hygiene, and remember to attend your routine dental checkups every 6 months to keep your crowns in good shape. We also recommend being careful about biting down on hard foods with a treated tooth. While porcelain has extraordinary durability, repeated strain can wear it down over time.
Dental crowns tend to cost several hundred dollars, but the cost can vary based on the individual treatment’s complexity. During your consultation, we go over what your cost will look like, breaking down each element of the quote.
Many dental insurance plans do provide some coverage for crowns. However, the extent can vary. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to see what reimbursement your plan offers for this treatment.
Schedule an Appointment Today
With The Smile Artists, you can rest assured your smile is in the best of hands. That means you can expert outstanding results without compromising your teeth’s natural structure. Call our office in Culver City CA to learn if dental crowns are your ideal solution for tooth restoration. We look forward to discussing how we can partner together to find the best path forward for your smile!
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