Dental crowns are one of the most commonly used treatments to restore the structure and function of a damaged or weakened tooth. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, and porcelain dental crowns are one of the most popular. We are happy to offer them as an option for the patients in our El Segundo office.
A dental crown is a protective cover that’s fitted over a tooth that has been damaged or otherwise weakened. It covers the entire tooth from the cusp to the gumline. You can choose the material for your crown and porcelain dental crowns are naturally made from porcelain.
You may need a dental crown to strengthen and protect a severely weakened tooth from further damage. We recommend porcelain crowns here at El Segundo Modern Dentistry because we believe they provide a good balance of comfort, strength, appearance, and cost.
Porcelain dental crowns are incredibly strong and comfortable. They are long-lasting and rarely break. Most importantly, they are colored to blend in with your natural teeth. This improves the appearance and appeal of your smile as well as repairing it.
If you choose a porcelain dental crown, no one other than a dentist will be able to tell that you have a dental crown on your tooth. This is a significant advantage over some other types of crowns, such as metal dental crowns.
Porcelain dental crowns are more expensive than some of the other options you can choose from, but they also are stronger and need to be replaced less often.
The process involves two visits to our El Segundo office. During the first visit, you’ll have a consultation with the dentist to make sure that a porcelain dental crown is right for you. We’ll then prepare the tooth and take an impression of it to create the porcelain dental crown. Before you leave, a temporary crown will be placed on the tooth to protect it.
The impression will be sent to a specialized dental laboratory that will custom make your porcelain crown. When it’s ready, it’ll be sent back to the office. You’ll return to have the temporary crown removed and get the permanent crown placed.
Caring for your porcelain dental crown is simple. Follow your ordinary oral hygiene routine and visit the El Segundo office twice a year for your regular checkups. That’s it!
Some porcelain dental crowns never need to be replaced, but on average a porcelain dental crown will last anywhere from 5 to 15 years. If you are at an increased risk of breaking a crown (due to nighttime tooth grinding or other reasons), ask your dentist about ways to protect your porcelain dental crown.
The cost of your porcelain dental crown depends on the tooth that needs to be crowned, the amount of material required, and how much of the procedure your insurance will cover. When you come in for your consultation, we’ll prepare a detailed cost breakdown that will show you exactly how much you’ll need to pay.
We also offer a variety of payment arrangements and financing options to help you get the care you need. We’ll be happy to discuss them with you if you would like.
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