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“The Crowning Touch” 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns “The Crowning Touch”   9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns

If you’re concerned with the aesthetics of your smile and would like to cover up old fillings, it may be time to consider a dental crown. Or, if your dentist has advised you that your tooth can no longer accommodate any more fillings without falling apart, a crown may be your ideal solution.

Over the past few months we’ve told you 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns, available as a FREE eBook–to download, just click the eBook above. You’ll find it’s packed full of valuable information, from what a crown is made of, to how to care for your newly crowned tooth, and much more.

Let’s recap:

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Costs #9: What are the Typical Costs Associated With Tooth Crowns in Skokie?

This is the 9th tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns” eBook, which is available as a free download.

Although you may be looking for a price that’s set in stone, the cost of a tooth crown can vary, depending on the type of material used for the crown, and whether a core buildup of the tooth is needed in addition to the crown. At Dental Professionals we use high quality materials and dental labs. Fees may range based on materials and the complexity of the procedure. So what should you expect from your Skokie dentists?

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#8: Does the Crowned Tooth Need Special Care?

Posted by Dr Katz On April 11th

Dental Care #8: Does the Crowned Tooth Need Special Care?

This is the 8th tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns” eBook, which is available as a free download.

Take care of your newly crowned tooth just like your other teeth by brushing and flossing regularly! Crowns are tightly fitted to your mouth and securely bonded to your teeth, so they won’t come out if you brush.

Some crowns may extend under the gum line but most fit around the gum line. If part of your tooth is exposed beneath the crown, it’s important to keep it clean by brushing thoroughly and flossing between the tooth that holds the crown and the adjacent teeth. As mentioned in Tip #5, a crowned tooth will not decay or develop gum disease. However, the crowned tooth is still vulnerable to these dental conditions, so practicing good oral hygiene is essential. But what if you’re experiencing irritation?

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#7: Why is a Temporary Crown Needed?

Posted by Dr Katz On March 28th

Temporary Crown #7: Why is a Temporary Crown Needed?

This is the 7th tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns” eBook, which is available as a free download.

Temporary crowns keep your tooth comfortable and enable you to chew, talk, smile and function normally while the new crown is being custom designed at the lab. To make a good-fitting, aesthetic crown, some or all of the enamel (outer surface of the tooth) is removed. Without the protection of a temporary crown, you may feel temperature changes in the dentin under the enamel.

In addition, teeth may sometimes move, ever so slightly, over time. A temporary crown will keep your teeth in place, minimizing the time needed to fit the new crown properly. You may ask yourself will the temporary crown need special care?

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#1: Chicago Dental Professionals – Crown or Filling?

Posted by Dental Professionals On January 4th

Chicago Dental Professionals Crown or Fillings #1: Chicago Dental Professionals   Crown or Filling?

This is the 1st tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental CrownseBook, which is available as a free download.

If your Chicago Dental Professionals have recommended a crown to be placed on your tooth, you may be wondering, “Why do I need a crown, instead of just a filling?” The recommendation is based on two primary factors:

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Dental Crowns, Onlays, and Restorative Dentistry

Posted by Dental Professionals On December 22nd

Dental Crowns Onlays and Restorative Dentistry Dental Crowns, Onlays, and Restorative Dentistry

Occasionally we will get clients in our Skokie & Chicago dental offices who don’t understand why we cannot simply treat a cavity with a filling. For over thirty years we have been treating patients, and this issue has come up more than once so we decided to write an eBook called The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns.

In an effort to educate you on the subject of restorative dentistry, we wrote this eBook so that you could learn why your tooth may require a crown instead of just a filling. In fact, this eBook will teach you:

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