Dental Crowns

Core Buildup and Dental Crown

When not enough tooth structure remains in a tooth after trauma, decay, or a root canal procedure, a core buildup and crown will be used to restore the tooth to full form and function. A crown buildup is composed of a bonded composite and sometimes on a small post to strengthen the tooth. If a crown is placed on an unstable tooth foundation you will have a higher risk of having that crown fail. When the tooth has lost significant structure, a buildup is necessary to support the new crown properly and bring the tooth back to full function.

What to Expect

Visit #1

⦿ The tooth and surrounding area is numbed

⦿ Decay and old restorations are removed

⦿ The tooth is re-shaped so that a crown can fit

⦿ We pick the shade (color) of the crown

⦿ We take a digital impression of the tooth and sent it to the laboratory

⦿ A temporary crown is made and placed on the tooth

Visit #2

⦿ The temporary crown is removed

⦿ The permanent crown is tried in

⦿ An X-ray is taken to confirm the fit or margins of the crown.

⦿ The dentist cements the crown

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