Dental Crowns and Their Advantages

Dental crowns are designed to either cover a tooth that has been damaged or to fit over a dental implant that has been used to replace a missing tooth. They can be made of porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, or composite resin.

Dental crowns offer several distinct advantages. If you have had a root canal treatment to save a tooth that has been badly injured by decay or trauma, it is restored with a crown after the treatment has been completed by our dentist in LA. A crown will provide the treated tooth with the strength necessary to survive. Crowns not only give the tooth added support, but they also serve as a protection against plaque and further decay. In the case of somebody who has lost a tooth or several teeth, crowns that have been affixed to dental implants restore the natural look, function, and feel of the missing tooth. Since they look like your natural teeth, they are very effective at restoring confidence back in your smile.

A common complaint about dentures is that they are uncomfortable and make eating and speaking difficult. These issues are eliminated when you opt to have your teeth restored through crowns affixed to dental implants. They are also much more natural-looking than dentures.

If you are looking to protect or restore a tooth, contact our expert in dental crowns in Los Angeles to set up a consultation.