What Is a Crown Tooth Repair?
A dental crown looks exactly like a natural tooth. It fits over a reduced natural tooth, essentially taking the place of the thick enamel. Dental crowns can even be shaped and shaded to blend in well with the rest of the patient’s teeth. Cosmetic dentists apply dental crowns for a number of reasons, but this […]
Should It Hurt to Chew After Getting a Crown?
Having a dental crown placed over a damaged tooth can be a simple to moderately complex procedure, depending on the state of the tooth in question. Many people, especially patients who haven’t had this type of dental work in the past, may notice pain when chewing after getting a crown. They might wonder if something […]
Should I Get Teeth Whitening Before Crowns?
Whitening treatments do not affect porcelain crowns, so it’s better to whiten your natural teeth first and then match the crown to the color of your new smile. If the crown is shade-matched to your current smile, and you later decide to get your teeth whitened, the hue of the crown will no longer perfectly […]
Crowns vs. Veneers: What’s the Difference?
Crowns and veneers are both popular dentistry choices, but they are quite different. Crowns are restorations that are fitted to cover the entire natural tooth, whereas veneers are cosmetic dentistry treatments that are bonded firmly to just the visible sides of the teeth. It can be tricky figuring out which dentistry treatments will help you […]
