{"id":162,"date":"2022-03-30T14:51:23","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T14:51:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/?page_id=162"},"modified":"2022-03-30T14:55:00","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T14:55:00","slug":"crowns","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/?page_id=162","title":{"rendered":"Crowns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> Why Do I Need a Crown?<\/h1>\n\n\n<div style=\"width: 640px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-162-1\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADA-Crowns.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADA-Crowns.mp4\">http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADA-Crowns.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a crown?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A crown is a cover or &#8220;cap&#8221; your dentist can put over a tooth. The \n      crown restores the tooth to its normal shape, size, and function. A crown \n      can make the tooth stronger or improve the way it looks.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do I need a crown?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may need a crown if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 have a cavity that is too large for a filling<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 have a tooth that is cracked, worn down, or otherwise weakened<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 have had root canal treatment-the crown will protect the restored \n      tooth<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 want to cover a discolored or badly shaped tooth and improve your \n      smile<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crown Used to Replace a Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Crown_Amalgam_B4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t \n            <div class=\"capt\">Before- Filling with decay at the edge<\/div><\/td><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Crown_Amalgam_After.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t \n            <div class=\"capt\">After- Filling replaced by a \n        crown<\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is it made from?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Crowns are made from several types of materials. Metal alloys, \n      ceramics, porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, or composite resin may be \n      used. When a crown is made, the material often is colored to blend in with \n      your natural teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist wants your crown to look natural and fit comfortably in \n      your mouth. To decide which material to use for your crown, your dentist \n      will consider many factors, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 the tooth&#8217;s location and function<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 the position of the gum tissue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 your preference<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 the amount of tooth that shows when you smile<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 the color or shade of the tooth\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t <br>\n      <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CrownPorcelainFusedtoMetal.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t \n            <div class=\"capt\">Full porcelain fused to metal <br> crown<\/div><\/td><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/CrownFullPorcelain.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            \t\t\t\t\t\t\t \n            <div class=\"capt\">Full ceramic crown<\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is a crown placed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It usually takes two dental visits to complete the treatment. When a \n      crown is placed over a natural tooth, several steps are involved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <b>The dentist prepares the tooth<\/b> by removing its outer portion \n      so the crown will fit. Any decay is also removed. If additional tooth \n      structure is needed to support the crown, the dentist may build up the \n      core of the tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. <b>An impression is made<\/b> to provide an exact model for the \n      crown. The impression can be made from a mold or by digitally scanning the \n      tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <b>You will get a temporary crown<\/b> while you wait for the \n      permanent crown to be ready. This usually takes less than two weeks. While \n      you have a temporary crown, the tooth may be sensitive to hot and cold. \n      Avoid chewing gum and sticky foods during this time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. When the new crown is ready, the dentist <b>places it in your mouth \n      and makes the necessary adjustments.<\/b> When you and your dentist are \n      happy with how it looks and feels, the crown is cemented into \n      place.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADACrown1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            <div class=\"capt\">Before crown: Worn filling with decay under \n            filling<\/div><\/td><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADACrown2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            <div class=\"capt\">Crown is placed over prepared tooth<\/div><\/td><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"resize\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADACrown3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            <div class=\"capt\">After crown placement<\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring for your teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like natural teeth, crowns can break. And the tooth under the crown can \n      still get cavities. To prevent cavities or damage to your crown:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 Brush your teeth twice a day and clean between your teeth once a day. Look for oral care products that have the American Dental Association&#8217;s Seal of Acceptance,              which tells you that they meet ADA standards for safety and effectiveness. <\/td><td><figure><img decoding=\"async\" align=\"right\" id=\"seal\" src=\"http:\/\/bustletondentalcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ADA_seal.jpg\"><\/figure>\n            \t\t\t\t\t\t <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2022 Avoid chewing hard foods, ice, or other hard objects, such as pencils, especially if you have tooth-colored crowns. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2022 Be sure to see your dentist for regular exams and professional teeth cleanings.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Do I Need a Crown? What is a crown? 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