The thought of dental crowns immediately makes us think of the prosthetics that a dentist gives after a successful root canal treatment. But dental crowns have more utility than that. Dental Crowns or simply caps are small, sturdy caps that cover the visible portion of a tooth. Crowns are versatile and can be used to solve many dental problems. Here are 8 dental issues that can be addressed using a Dental Crown.
Large Fillings Present
If your cavities were bigger and larger, your dentist would have covered those cavities with large dental fillings. Such fillings may give immediate remedy to the problem but they can significantly weaken the tooth and may lead to breakage. So eventually you may have to replace them and when you do, your dentist may recommend that you get crowns on those teeth instead. Dental crowns are the best solution if the large filling covers more than half the tooth’s width or if the tooth has cracks around the margin of the filling..
Cracked or Broken Teeth
Teeth with cracks or those that have broken in places can no longer withstand the stresses of regular usage like chewing or mastication, speaking, etc. In such teeth, dental crowns can restore their structure and stability. This perfectly allows you to chew and speak. There is absolutely no need to fear any further damage to your teeth. Dental crowns actually strengthen the teeth and extend their life by many years, if not decades.
Enamel Wear Present
Tooth enamel is naturally very strong. But acidic foods, brushing for longer duration, teeth grinding are some of the reasons why you can have your tooth enamel wear down. It has to be noted that tooth enamel cannot be replaced. Therefore worn down enamel can be protected only when it is covered by a dental crown. The procedure involves removing the damaged enamel on the tooth and applying special dental glues to fix the dental crown on the tooth. A tooth fixed with a dental crown is like a natural tooth and they are stronger like a normal tooth.
A Badly Decayed Teeth
Badly decayed teeth are compromised structurally. During the process of chewing or speaking, the probability of them cracking or breaking is high. Your dentist will only suggest the option of covering such teeth with a dental crown instead of giving them teeth filling. Dental crowns as we all know provide the badly decayed tooth with enough durability to withstand the forces that result from daily usage.
Imperfect Teeth
The two front teeth in many people look less aesthetic. These teeth can be altered for its size and shape. Once they are altered dental crowns are placed on them to produce the desired results.
Badly Damaged Teeth
Sometimes minor chips and cracks present in the teeth due to wear and tear or bad damage due to any trauma is a possibility. Such teeth are subjected to further dental procedures to make them functional, they are ultimately fitted with dental crowns to make them durable.
Uneven Bite
A slightly smaller, larger, or differently shaped tooth than the adjacent tooth can significantly impact the bite. Such misfitting teeth can be identified and they can be given dental crowns after altering the shape of such teeth. Whether such minor repair and placement with the dental crown is sufficient to address bite problems or whether an elaborate orthodontic treatment (placing of dental braces or Invisalign) can address the bite issue is something your dentist can tell you.
Tooth Sensitivity
If the enamel on your teeth has worn down, eating hot and cold foods can cause pain. This is because the hot or cold food directly comes in contact with the sensitive inner layer of the teeth (dentin) and pulp inside the teeth. When the enamel has badly worn down, the dentist gives the option of dental crowns which will address the sensitivity problem.