Dental Crowns

Dental Crowns

Dental Crowns

Our dentist may recommend a dental crown if your tooth cannot be repaired by a simple dental filling. This allows our team to preserve as much of your tooth as possible and restore your smile. Contact Pleasant Ridge Family Dentistry at (248) 545-5777 to learn more about dental crowns in Pleasant Ridge, MI, and schedule an appointment with us.

A dental crown, or cap, is a restoration that can be used for a number of purposes. One of the most common uses of a dental crown is to restore a tooth that is significantly damaged or decayed. The crown is custom made to fit over the entire tooth, starting at the gumline, in order to restore the tooth to its original shape and size. Dental crowns can be made of gold, porcelain or porcelain fused to metal; porcelain crowns are popular because they match the natural color and appearance of your teeth. Our dentists will help you determine which type of dental crown is right for your smile.

Your smile may benefit from a crown if a tooth is damaged or decayed to the point that a dental filling will not provide a successful restoration. Crowns can also be used for a number of other restorative and aesthetic purposes, including to:

  • Protect a tooth following root canal treatment
  • Anchor and attach a dental bridge
  • Cover and complete a dental implant
  • Enhance the beauty of your smile
  • Improve a misshapen tooth
  • Strengthen a tooth that is fractured or weak
  • Support a large filling when little natural tooth structure remains

To find out whether a dental crown is right for you, we welcome you to contact us today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do composite fillings have mercury?

No, composite fillings don’t have mercury in them. Unlike amalgam fillings, composite fillings don’t contain any metal because they’re created from a mixture of safe dental material and glass or ceramic.

The safety of our patients is a priority for us here at our office. That’s why we use materials that are less likely to cause harm to you and can improve your life with their natural, beautiful appearance.

Does full mouth debridement hurt?

A full mouth debridement generally is an easy treatment that doesn’t cause too much pain. We also offer sedation dentistry to help patients feel more relaxed and at ease for the procedure.

Oral cleaning is a procedure that generally doesn’t hurt. There isn’t any real pain when food debris and plaque are removed and teeth are brushed thoroughly.

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