The purpose of a dental crown is to protect, strengthen, or support a damaged tooth and restore proper function. Because a crown fits over the entire visible part of a tooth, it protects it and creates a new chewing surface.
The crown strengthens the tooth by absorbing chewing forces that might otherwise damage the tooth further.
Why We Recommend Dental Crowns
Common reasons we would recommend a porcelain crown at our Lincoln, NE, dental office are:
- Restore a cracked or broken tooth
- Protect a tooth that’s too decayed for a filling
- Strengthen a root-canaled tooth
- Top off a dental implant
- Correct aesthetic tooth flaws
If you have a problematic tooth, Dr. Amy will examine it and take an x-ray to see what’s happening inside. If the damage or decay is minimal, she might recommend dental bonding or a tooth filling.
For more extensive, she will show you the x-ray and an intraoral image to help you visualize the problem and understand why she recommends a crown.
Do You Need a Dental Crown in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Amy is an experienced dentist in Lincoln, NE, who enjoys finding solutions for her patients so they can enjoy optimal oral health. If you need a crown, rest assured that she uses only the highest quality materials to produce beautiful, long-lasting tooth restorations.
Please call us at (402) 413-6686, so we can determine if a dental crown is the solution for you.