Benefits of Dental Crowns

Teeth go through a lot – even if you’re taking good care of them. All that chewing, grinding and daily impact can have negative effects that go beyond the need for a simple filling.

When your teeth need more, the next tool in your dentist’s kit is a dental crown.

What is a dental crown?

Along with bridges and veneers, a dental crown is a restorative dental procedure that can help you regain your beautiful smile.

Essentially, a crown is half of an artificial tooth that is placed over a fragile or damaged natural tooth. This procedure allows your dentist to protect your natural tooth and root without resorting to removing it entirely.

Why do I need a dental crown?

The short answer is that crowns are great at covering or protecting teeth that still have a healthy root intact, but the natural crown of the tooth is unsalvagable with a simple filling.

You should consider a dental crown to:

• Protect a weak tooth

• Restore a broken or worn down tooth

• Hold a dental bridge in place

• Cover a tooth that’s had a root canal procedure

How long do dental crowns last?

Dental crowns are constructed to last, and they can protect your teeth for up to 15 years, depending on how you treat your teeth. Just like your natural teeth, this lifespan begins to drop with poor oral hygiene and increased wear and tear, such as nighttime teeth grinding.

Why you should consider a dental crown

Many patients consider crowns to be simply aesthetic and opt to avoid them when not completely necessary. However, the truth is that a dental crown is an integral part of keeping your natural teeth as healthy as possible.

Not only do they protect your natural teeth, keeping you from spending more money on expensive procedures down the road, but they also make your at-home oral care easier, so you don’t have to take extra care around worn or fragile teeth.