Dental Crowns in Chicago

Revitalize and strengthen damaged teeth with dental crowns!

Crowns are used to cover or “cap” a damaged tooth. During this procedure, the damaged part of a tooth is removed and replaced with a permanent prosthetic cap. This technique strengthens and protects weakened teeth from further damage, and can also improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth.

Crowns can be used to:

• Strengthen teeth that have suffered from extensive damage
• Reinforce teeth that have undergone root canal treatment
• Attach to dental implants as a prosthetic tooth replacement.

At LPS Dental, we have invested in highly advanced restoration design and manufacturing technology to provide restorative dentistry.

CROWN ON DISCOLORED FRONT TOOTH

How Are Dental Crowns Installed?

Dental crowns are used in a wide range of treatments and the installation process varies based on the treatment. For example, the procedure for installation is different if the patient has an implant and different if they have a root canal. Here’s a brief look at the dental crown installation process:

• Examination – The dentist will first examine the damaged tooth or teeth to determine what kind of treatment is needed. The goal is to preserve as much of the natural teeth as possible.

• Preparation – Dental crowns can’t be placed on full-sized natural teeth because that will throw off the natural alignment of your mouth. The dentist will need to remove some dental matter to create space for the teeth. This is not required in the case of implants or total loss of visible tooth matter.

• Measure – Once the tooth is prepared, the dentist will measure the space carefully to determine what the dimension of the crown will be. These measurements are sent to a lab where the new crown is fabricated. The patients will get a temporary crown until the permanent one is ready.

• Permanent Installation – Once the dentist receives the permanent crown, they will carefully remove the temporary one and place it on the natural root or implant. The permanent crown is glued to the underlying base with a special dental cement or will be mounted on the implant.

Once the permanent crown is in place, the patient can carry out their regular lifestyle. It is important to follow the dentist’s instructions to the letter to ensure the crown stays in place for a long time.

NEW CROWNS ON LOWER FRONT TEETH

CROWN ON SINGLE FRONT TEETH DENTAL IMPLANT