Dental Crowns – Petaluma, CA

Even if you regularly brush and floss, teeth can sustain damage that leaves them vulnerable to further breakage or infection by bacteria in your mouth. Whether it’s due to extensive tooth decay or physical trauma, Dr. Koenitzer can preserve your tooth and protect your smile with a dental crown. These prosthetics allow you to continue using your flawed tooth while enhancing your appearance at the same time.

Continue reading to learn more about these restorations, and feel free to contact us for more information.

What is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that’s bonded on top of your damaged or weakened tooth. They’re fully customized to match the size, shape, and shade of your natural teeth for seamless results. Once it’s placed, no one will be able to tell that it’s there.

You might need this type of restoration if you have:

• An overly decayed tooth that cannot be sufficiently addressed with a filling.
• A dental fracture or chip that has destabilized your tooth’s structure.
• A tooth that has recently undergone a root canal procedure.
• To anchor a dental bridge in place.
• To complete your dental implant treatment.

The Dental Crown Process

Although the dental crown process may vary slightly based on your unique circumstances, typically, you can expect the following steps:

1. Before you can proceed, you must consult with Dr. Koenitzer to ensure that you are a good candidate for this treatment and that there are no issues, like cavities or gum disease, that can interfere with results.
2. Our team will gently remove a small amount of enamel from your troublesome tooth to ensure your prosthetic fits correctly.
3. Making impressions. We use digital X-rays and CEREC CAD/CAM technology to capture detailed images of your teeth and gums. These will be used as the reference to create your restoration.
4. We’ll place a small block of durable ceramic into an onsite milling machine that carves out your dental crown the same day you visit.

Once we’ve bonded your new artificial tooth in place, we’ll remove any excess cement, and you’ll be able to show off your recently restored smile.

The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown

There are many benefits to getting your dental crown in Petaluma, including:

• Restored chewing power and comfort.
• Preserve your natural teeth to avoid an extraction.
• Boost your confidence by enhancing your appearance.
• Address functional and cosmetic concerns simultaneously.
• Can last 15+ years with the right care.