Dental Crowns in Natick MA
Receiving care for a damaged tooth is very important. That’s why Dr. Christina Papageorgiou offers one of today’s most effective restorative services—porcelain crowns. With porcelain crowns, our Natick MA dental team can help patients repair cracked, broken, worn, or decayed teeth and enjoy better functionality and appearance. How do porcelain crowns do this? By simply capping damaged teeth, physically protecting them from any more harm. As a result, teeth are preserved and so are the roots anchoring them to the jaw, which can make an big difference in the life of your smile.
When To Get A Dental Crown In Natick MA?
Your Papageorgiou Dental Associates dentist may recommend a dental crown for you if you have:
- A tooth that is poorly shaped or discolored compared to the rest of your teeth
- A tooth that has been chipped, cracked, or otherwise physically damaged
- A weakened tooth that is in danger of future chipping or cracking
- A tooth that was part of a root canal procedure and needs protection now that it is exposed
- A tooth badly affected by tooth decay to the point that a dental filling is no longer suitable
- A tooth that is going to be part of a dental bridge process
Why Choose Papageorgiou Dental Associates for Dental Crowns?
- Morning and evening appointments available
- Long-lasting metal-free restorations
- Team that treats you like family
Why Are Tooth Roots Important?
Tooth roots create a strong, healthy foundation for teeth by stimulating bone growth in the jaw. When a root goes missing, bone loss will eventually occur. That, in turn, can lead to the loss of other teeth, which is what dentists want to prevent by capping a vulnerable tooth with a crown.
Restore your Smile with Porcelain Crowns
In most cases, it takes about two appointments at our Natick MA dental office to restore a tooth with porcelain crowns or, when needed, porcelain fillings. During the first appointment, Dr. Papageorgiou will complete a thorough oral exam that will help her understand your needs. Then, your tooth will be prepped and a temporary restoration will be put in place. Between your first and second visit, our lab will work on fabricating your brand new porcelain crown or porcelain filling. When your restoration is done, you’ll come back to our Natick MA dental office and our team will replace your temporary restoration with your permanent one.
Types Of Dental Crowns
Just as there are different kinds of teeth, there are different types of dental crowns. The first crown that many will experience is a temporary dental crown, but there are more options available.
Temporary Dental Crown
This is the crown a dentist will “quick fix” to your teeth if there’s an immediate need for it, while your permanent crown is being manufactured.
Stainless Steel
This is often a popular choice for children’s teeth because it is easy to make and fix, and can often be applied in a single visit.
Metal
Using either cast gold alloys or cast silver-palladium alloys, metal dental crowns require a little bit of removal of original tooth matter before they can be adequately affixed. These types of crowns are both durable but easily tolerated by other teeth.
Porcelain-Fused-To-Metal
This is a bit more elaborate, with a metal interior that has had porcelain baked on it. They look much more natural, although there’s a chance that the enamel may erode with time.
All Ceramic or All Porcelain
These are the most natural-looking of dental crowns, but as with the other porcelain options, there is a chance that they may erode over time. Sometimes they require a touch-up or repair.
Dentists prefer using porcelain because it reflects light the way a natural tooth does. What’s more, a porcelain crown or filling can be shaded to match the color of surrounding teeth. Because of that, you can come away from your final appointment with a restored smile that boasts natural-looking results you’ll love.
Whether a dental crown is right for you is up to you and your dentist to decide. Stop in for a comprehensive dental exam and more information contact our team at Papageorgiou Dental Associates in Natick MA today.
Papageorgiou Dental Associates
959 Worcester St
Natick MA 01760
(508) 545-1126
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - 2:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Closed