Dental Crowns – Coppell, TX
Restoring Young Smiles with Added Protection
It can be challenging trying to protect your child’s smile from tooth decay and damage. Even if you help them practice good oral habits at home and bring them in to see Dr. Linda every six months for checkups and cleanings, problems can still form. Should a cavity require more than a standard filling, you can count on Dr. Linda and our team to restore your child’s smile with dental crowns in Coppell. Call us today to schedule an appointment.
What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a restorative solution that covers the entire tooth, offering maximum protection against future decay and harm. It helps restore function while preserving the natural tooth, reducing its chances of extraction in the future. The crowns Dr. Linda offers are made out of metal-free zirconia or stainless steel, and the type of crown your child will receive will depend on the location of the tooth as well as how damaged it is.
The Dental Crown Process
It generally takes two visits to complete the dental crown process. During the first appointment, Dr. Linda will determine if a crown is the appropriate method of treatment before going over its benefits and how it will help protect your child’s smile. If it’s decided that a crown is the best option, she will begin to remove the decayed or damaged portions of the tooth before filing it down so that the crown fits snugly over the top when put into place.
An impression of the tooth will then be taken so that the final crown can be created by lab technicians. It will take a few weeks for the fabrication process to be completed, so your child will receive a temporary one to wear while they wait.
After several weeks, you and your child will return so that the temporary crown can be removed, and the permanent one put into place. Dr. Linda will then discuss how you can help them take proper care of their new tooth at home.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown
When your child receives a dental crown, they may find it interesting and “cool” because of how it looks inside their mouth. Whether they receive a zirconia or stainless steel crown, many great benefits come with this type of treatment, including:
- Greater Protection: A dental crown offers the protection your child’s tooth needs against future reinfection and harm. It also serves as a pivotal component of their smile, as it offers improved function so that your child can eat without difficulty.
- Reduced Likelihood for Invasive Treatment: Having a dental crown reduces the chances that your child’s tooth will require more invasive treatment in the future (i.e., root canal treatment and tooth extraction).
- Long-Lasting Restoration: Dental crowns, when properly cared for, can last up to 15 years before needing replacement.