Dental Crowns in Newark, Christiana & Pike Creek, DE
Dental crowns in Newark, Christiana & Pike Creek, DE, protect and restore damaged or weakened teeth while improving their strength and appearance.
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Dental Crowns Near You for Teeth That Need More Than a Filling
When a tooth has lost too much structure to be adequately protected with a filling, a dental crown may provide the coverage it needs. Progressive Dental Arts uses dental crowns to restore teeth affected by significant decay, fractures, large fillings, or other structural concerns while rebuilding their shape and function. Patients in Newark, Christiana, and Pike Creek, DE can receive a personalized evaluation to determine whether a crown is appropriate for the tooth in question.
What a Dental Crown Does
A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that fits over a prepared tooth, covering much of its visible portion. Rather than simply filling an isolated area of damage, a crown provides broader coverage when a tooth requires additional structural support.
Crowns may be recommended for teeth that are substantially weakened by decay or damage. They can also be used after root canal treatment when the remaining tooth structure needs additional protection, or to replace an older restoration that is no longer providing adequate support.
The process typically begins with an examination of the tooth and surrounding tissues. Your dentist evaluates how much healthy tooth structure remains, the condition of the tooth's root and supporting tissues, your bite, and the restoration needed to return the tooth to useful function.
The crown is designed to fit within your existing bite and complement the appearance of the surrounding teeth. The material selected can vary according to the tooth's location, functional demands, cosmetic considerations, and other treatment factors.
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Why Choose a Dental Crown?
A tooth that is significantly weakened may be vulnerable to further fracture or deterioration. Simply filling the tooth may not provide enough coverage when a substantial amount of its structure has already been lost.
A crown surrounds and covers the remaining tooth structure, providing a protective restoration while allowing the tooth to remain in place. For a tooth that can still be predictably maintained, this can be preferable to removing it and subsequently replacing it.Dr. Rodney Kryzhanovskiy, D.M.D. and Dr. Lavinia Wu, D.M.D. can evaluate the condition of your tooth and explain whether a crown is appropriate or whether another restoration would better address the problem.
Benefits of Dental Crowns
- Protects weakened teeth
A crown provides coverage for teeth that have lost significant structural strength.
- Restores chewing function
Rebuilding the tooth can help it participate normally in everyday biting and chewing.
- Covers substantial damage
Crowns can address teeth with more extensive damage than may be suitable for a simple filling.
- Restores tooth shape
A crown replaces the visible portion of the tooth with a custom-designed restoration.
- Can improve appearance
Depending on the material selected, a crown can be designed to blend with neighboring teeth.
- Supports treated teeth
Crowns may provide additional protection for certain teeth following root canal treatment.
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Give a Weakened Tooth the Coverage It Needs
A damaged tooth doesn't always need to be removed. If enough healthy structure remains, a dental crown may help protect and restore it. Progressive Dental Arts can examine your tooth and explain whether a crown or another treatment is the right choice. Serving Newark, Christiana, and Pike Creek, DE, the practice provides restorative care tailored to the condition of your teeth.
Find Dental Care That’s Convenient for You
Your dental care should fit into your life and not require a long trip across town. With multiple Progressive Dental Arts locations, you can choose a dental office that's convenient for where you live, work, or spend your time.
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Dental care for patients in Newark
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Convenient dental care for patients in and around the Christiana area.
Comprehensive dental care for patients in Pike Creek and neighboring communities.
Dental Crowns FAQs
A crown may be recommended for a tooth with substantial decay, a significant fracture, a large existing filling, or weakened structure following root canal treatment.
No. A filling repairs a localized area of a tooth, while a crown covers much more of the tooth. Crowns are generally considered when a tooth needs greater structural support.
The lifespan of a crown varies according to the material, oral hygiene, bite forces, the condition of the supporting tooth, and other factors. Regular dental examinations help monitor its condition.
Yes. Depending on the material used and the location of the tooth, a crown can be designed to complement the color, shape, and proportions of the surrounding teeth.
Brush and floss around a crowned tooth just as you would your natural teeth, and maintain regular dental visits. Good oral hygiene helps protect both the crown and the tooth underneath it.
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