What Are Dental Crowns?
A tooth that needs extra help can still be part of a healthy, happy smile. Our dental team at Morlan Family Dental uses dental crowns to cover and protect teeth that are worn, cracked, weakened, or treated with a root canal. A crown is a custom-made cap that fits over the visible part of a tooth. It can improve the tooth's size, shape, color, and daily function. Crowns may be made from porcelain, ceramic, zirconia, metal, or porcelain fused to metal. Many patients choose porcelain crowns because they can blend well with nearby teeth. Natural-looking porcelain crowns for teeth are often used for front teeth or other visible areas. They can also be part of restorative dentistry for teeth that need added strength and coverage. Our dentists focus on complete oral health, not just one tooth at a time. Schedule a consultation at our Plymouth, MA office to learn how a crown may help restore your smile.
What Should I Expect from Dental Crowns?
Before the dental crown procedure, your dentist will check the tooth, surrounding gums, bite, and overall oral health. Digital imaging may be used to plan treatment and see the tooth more clearly. Next, the tooth is gently prepared, removing any decay or damaged areas. The tooth is then shaped so the crown can fit securely. Morlan Family Dental uses CAD/CAM technology to help design and create crowns with digital precision. An intraoral scanner captures detailed images of the tooth. Those images are used to design the crown on a computer. The design is then sent to an in-office milling unit, which shapes the crown from a durable ceramic material. After the crown is made, the color and fit are checked. Our team will adjust the crown so it feels comfortable with your bite. The crown is then bonded to the tooth. This helps protect the tooth, improve chewing, and reduce the risk of further damage. Crowns can last many years with good home care and regular dental visits. Daily brushing, flossing, and routine checkups help protect the crown and the tooth beneath it. Crowns can also work with other treatments, including missing teeth replacement, bridges, and implant restorations.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Crowns?
At Morlan Family Dental in Plymouth, MA, crowns can bring comfort, function, and a more natural look back to a damaged tooth. They are often recommended because they protect the tooth while helping the smile feel more complete. They can:
- Cover and protect a cracked, worn, or weakened tooth
- Restore chewing comfort and bite balance
- Improve the look of a discolored or misshapen tooth
- Help preserve a tooth after root canal therapy
- Blend with nearby teeth using porcelain crowns or ceramic materials
- Strengthen a tooth with a large filling
- Play a role in missing teeth replacement with bridges or implant crowns
- Provide a long-lasting dental restoration with proper care
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Thank you for clarifying the costs of replacing 6 of my crowns and my apologies if I ever gave you the impression that Morlan dentistry was ripping me off!Maybe the lab is ripping the both of us off!How does a lay person like myself know the actual costs of making a crown? I don't know but I know it is a lot of money.So you are looking for feedback.....Morlan Dentistry isawesome and lab costs are NOT!See you February 2.
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Crafted for Tooth Replacement
A damaged tooth does not always mean a tooth has to be removed. Dental crowns are designed to cover and protect teeth while restoring daily function and appearance. Modern crowns are crafted to fit comfortably and blend naturally with nearby teeth. They can help strengthen teeth after injury, large fillings, or root canal treatment, and often last many years with regular dental visits and healthy habits at home. At Morlan Family Dental, custom crowns are designed with comfort, function, and long-term oral health in mind. Contact our Plymouth, MA practice today to schedule a consultation and learn how a personalized dental restoration can help renew your smile.