Restore the Function and Appearance of Your Damaged Teeth with Natural-looking Porcelain Crowns

Dental crowns are a powerful solution for improving the function and appearance of compromised teeth. Dental caps can even save a tooth you may think is hopeless. Hanford Family Dental Center in Hanford, California, uses porcelain crowns to give your tooth a second chance while preserving its natural aesthetics.

Why a dental crown may be necessary

Porcelain crowns are beautiful and affordable restorations that can protect, replace, and cosmetically improve teeth. A dental crown has numerous cosmetic and functional uses.

Some include:

• Strengthening a weakened tooth
• Topping off a dental implant
• Rebuilding decayed or damaged teeth
• Anchoring a traditional bridge
• Protecting a tooth after a root canal
• Restoring a tooth with a large, old filling
• Esthetically improving a severely discolored, misshapen, or rotated tooth

Dental veneers can correct mild dental wear, but you need a dental crown to rebuild your tooth's structure from significant damage. Furthermore, although veneers are usually the go-to solution for smile enhancement, dental crowns are preferable where cosmetic improvements require more structural support.

The process of dental crown placement

Restoring your smile with a dental crown requires at least two to three dental appointments. The treatment begins with a dental examination to determine whether a dental crown is the appropriate treatment for the tooth. We'll take X-rays to assess the extent of damage and ensure that the tooth's root and surrounding tissues are healthy.

After the initial examination, the other steps include:

• Numbing the tooth: Before any work begins, we'll administer a local anesthetic to numb the tooth and the surrounding area. This ensures that you won't feel any pain during the procedure
• Tooth reshaping: We prepare the tooth for the crown by removing the decayed or damaged portions of the tooth. We then reshape your tooth to make room for the crown. If the tooth is severely damaged, we might need to build it up with filling material to provide a secure foundation for the crown
• Impressions: Once we prepare your tooth, we take impressions of the tooth and the surrounding structures. Our partner lab will use these impressions to craft your custom crown
• Temporary crown: Before the permanent crown is ready, we'll place a temporary crown over the reshaped tooth. This temporary crown protects the prepped tooth and maintains its appearance and function until you receive the permanent crown
• Permanent crown placement: Once the permanent crown is ready, you'll return to our office for placement. We'll remove the temporary crown and check the fit, color, and bite of the new crown before using dental cement to bond it in place

After the dental crown treatment, it's vital to maintain optimal dental hygiene to ensure your restoration provides durable aesthetic and functional benefits. Luckily, taking care of your crown isn't complicated. Dental crown care involves brushing and flossing your teeth daily. Additionally, avoid using your teeth to bite on hard substances. Lastly, remember to see your dentist every six months for a check-up.

Will dental insurance cover crown replacement?

Most dental insurance plans cover part of the crown cost, especially when used for restorative purposes. However, always consult your insurance before treatment to understand what's covered.

We work with most major insurance providers, but if you don't have insurance, we offer flexible, interest-free payment plans to make treatments affordable.

Affordable dental crowns near me

Please call (559) 530-8080 to schedule an appointment with Hanford Family Dental Center. Dr. Nikunj Raiyani and the team offer affordable yet quality dental crowns to save compromised smiles.