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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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#5: How Long Will My Dental Crowns Last?

Posted by Dr Katz On February 29th

Cosmetic Dental Implants #5: How Long Will My Dental Crowns Last?

This is the 5th tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns” eBook, which is available as a free download.

If designed properly, with the right material, properly fitted, and followed up with good dental hygiene and tooth care, dental crowns can last a lifetime. Regardless of material, crowns do not decay.

Dental Professionals recommends the following to secure a long life for your crown:

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Chicago Dental Implants CEREC #4: How Many Visits Do Chicago CEREC Dental Crowns Require?

This is the 4th tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental CrownseBook, which is available as a free download.

At Dental Professionals, it is possible to create a crown in just a single two-hour visit using our CEREC dental crowns technology. An optical impression of your tooth is taken by these advanced technology milling machines. Then an all-ceramic dental crown is fabricated while you wait in the office. Your dentist will determine if you are a candidate for this rapid, advanced restoration procedure.

Some crowns will require two visits, scheduled two weeks apart, to allow time for custom design in our labs. Here’s how it works:

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#3: Advantages of Dental Crowns

Posted by Dental Professionals On February 1st

Dental Crowns #3: Advantages of Dental Crowns

This is the 3rd tip of “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental CrownseBook, which is available as a free download.

The primary advantage of dental crowns is an important one: a decreased risk of tooth fracture, a leading cause of root canals and tooth loss.

Your dentist may recommend placing a crown on a tooth to:

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