What to Expect When You Need a Dental Crown

A dental crown in Central City, KY protects your tooth from a variety of oral health issues and helps to prevent tooth extraction. We present common reasons for needing a dental crown and what to expect during the procedure in this blog.

When Dr. Morehead Might Recommend a Dental Crown

Below are some of the most typical reasons why you might need a dental crown.

• One of your teeth has significant decay or trauma
• Covers a tooth that has a large percentage of decay
• Secures dental implants and bridges in place
• Covers misshapen or discolored teeth
• Provides added protection for a tooth after a root canal

Please contact David S. Morehead Family Dentistry right away if you think you might need a dental crown. While the problem could be something else, it’s important to have it treated right away.

The Procedure for Obtaining a Dental Crown

During your first appointment, Dr. Morehead takes an X-ray of your tooth and the bone surrounding it. He will file down your tooth to ensure that the crown can fit over it without bulging. Once he has finished filing the tooth, Dr. Morehead places dental putty on and around it to form an impression of the tooth needing a crown.

Since it takes approximately two weeks for our dental laboratory to return your crown, Dr. Morehead will fit you with a temporary one in the meantime. Our scheduling staff will contact you to make a second appointment after he receives your new crown back from the lab.

Dr. Morehead removes your temporary crown at the second appointment and checks the shape, fit, and color of your permanent crown before placing it. He will provide you with numbing anesthetic to ensure you remain comfortable throughout the appointment.

Do you need a dental crown in Central City, KY? Contact us today to schedule an initial appointment.