Dental Crowns in San Francisco
San Francisco Dental Wellness provides dental crowns in San Francisco, CA. Call 415-781-1944 to learn more and schedule an appointment.
If a tooth has more extensive decay, a dental crown may be the ideal aesthetic and functional restorative solution for teeth and address dental issues.
Choosing to have a crown placed can preserve the natural tooth, which is always the goal as preserving the natural teeth helps maintain the supporting bone structure and stability of the surrounding and adjacent teeth. Dental crowns can strengthen teeth, restore function, and provide a natural appearance while preventing further damage to weakened tooth structure.
The first step in the process is to take an impression that will be used to make a model of the teeth and bite. This allows the crown to be made to look and function like your natural tooth. The tooth will then be prepped, with the decayed areas being removed. An impression of the prepped tooth will be made so that the final crown will fit properly when it is placed. Our dentist will work with you to create a custom crown that blends seamlessly with your smile and meets your specific dental needs.
Sometimes the final crown can be placed on the same day but other times a temporary crown will be placed while your final restoration is being created. This temporary crown protects the treated tooth during the second visit preparation period. Crowns often last a lifetime with proper care and oral health habits including regular flossing.
There are four common types of crowns to restore teeth:
Our office offers various materials for tooth crowns to meet different dental needs and cosmetic preferences. Each type of crown restoration is custom made to restore the original shape and function of your tooth while providing a durable, natural appearance.
Ceramic
This type of crown is often used for teeth that are visible when smiling as they are made from a porcelain-based material that retains the look of your natural teeth. Ceramic crowns offer excellent cosmetic enhancement and blend seamlessly with surrounding teeth, making them ideal for restoring a single tooth in the front of your smile.
Porcelain Crowns Fused to Metal
These crowns are known for their strength and durability while also allowing for a natural-looking restoration.
Gold Alloys for Tooth Restoration
These may be used when more strength is needed, particularly for patients who grind their teeth at night.
Base Metal Alloys
These are strong and corrosion-resistant and are often used when there is less existing tooth structure available to support the crown restoration.
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