A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.

Although there are several types of crowns, Dr Shatto prefers the porcelain (tooth colored crowns) because they resemble your natural teeth. The porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and color or your teeth giving you a natural, long-lasting beautiful smile.

Reasons for crowns:

Decayed tooth (with decay too large for a filling)
A broken or fractured tooth
Fractured fillings
Tooth has a root canal

What does getting a crown involve?

A crown procedure usually requires two appointments. Your first appointment will include taking an impression (making a mold) of your teeth that will be used to create your custom crown. A mold will also be used to create a temporary crown which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new crown has been made.

While the tooth is numb, Dr Shatto will prepare the tooth by removing any decay and shaping the surface to properly fit the crown. Once these details are accomplished, your temporary crown will be placed with temporary cement and your bite will be checked to ensure you are biting properly.

At your second appointment your temporary crown will be removed, the tooth will be cleaned, and your new crown will be carefully placed to ensure the spacing and bite are accurate.

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Cary A. Shatto, DDS
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry	(214) 340-4965

Dallas dentist, Dentist in Dallas, TX