If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, our dental crowns in Tucson, AZ, can help. Our practice has been enhancing smiles—beautifying and improving oral health—with dental crowns for over 40 years.
Dental crowns are custom-made caps that cover and protect a damaged or decayed tooth. They fit over the entire visible part of a tooth, restoring its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are necessary to save a tooth that would otherwise have to be extracted due to extensive damage or decay.
Crowns can be made from different materials, each with its own advantages:
Porcelain
Chosen for its natural look, porcelain crowns are color-matched to your natural teeth, making them the favorite for front tooth restorations. They blend in with your existing teeth for an aesthetic result.
Gold
Although not as aesthetic as porcelain crowns, gold crowns are very durable and long-lasting. They are good for back teeth, where strength and durability are key.
Acrylic Resin
Acrylic resin crowns provide a good balance between aesthetics and durability, and they are an affordable option for many patients. Acrylic resin crowns are also versatile and easy to use in many dental procedures.
Crowns allow you to bite and chew effectively, improving overall oral function. Custom-made to match the color and shape of your natural teeth, crowns improve the appearance of damaged or discolored teeth.
With proper care, crowns can last many years, making them a long-term solution for damaged teeth. Crowns cover the entire tooth, protecting it from further damage, decay, or infection.
We want to make the dental crown process as smooth and transparent as possible so you feel comfortable and informed every step of the way. Here’s what you can expect during the dental crown process:
Our dentist in Green Valley, Dr. Sharad Pandhi, will start by removing any decay from the tooth. This is an important step to create a solid clean base for the crown.
Tooth Reshaping
Then, the tooth will be reshaped to make room for the crown. The amount of reshaping will depend on the type of crown being used to ensure a perfect fit.
Scanning & Designing
After preparation an impression of the tooth will be taken. This impression will be the blueprint for your custom crown to match the shape and contours of your natural teeth.
Crown Fitting
Once your custom crown is ready, Dr. Pandhi will check the fit and color and make any necessary adjustments. Once happy with the crown’s placement, it will be cemented in place to restore your tooth’s function and appearance.
At Smile Perfection, we offer same-day crowns, which are a blend of convenience and advanced dental care, allowing patients to receive a custom crown in just one visit. Utilizing CAD/CAM technology, we take precise digital impressions of your tooth, which are used to design a perfectly fitting crown. The crown is then milled from high-quality ceramic on-site, ensuring a quick turnaround. This process saves you time and guarantees a precise fit and natural appearance, restoring your smile efficiently and effectively.