May
If you have a tooth that has experienced damage or decay, your dentist in Drumheller, Alberta, may recommend placing a dental crown. Dental crowns, sometimes known as porcelain caps, are restorations commonly used in dentistry to strengthen and protect a natural tooth. Dr. Ken Poznikoff and his team at Riverside Dental Clinic are here to educate patients on their purpose and what to expect during the process of getting a crown on a tooth.
A dental crown restores the shape, size, strength, and even the overall appearance of a damaged or decayed tooth. It is essentially a ceramic cap that covers the entire visible area of a tooth above the gum line. The crown acts as a protective barrier for the natural tooth underneath, preventing further damage and potential tooth loss.
These restorations are fabricated to match the patient’s existing teeth, guaranteeing a perfect match that integrates easily into the smile without being noticeable as a dental restoration.
Patients commonly ask us about the process of obtaining and placing a dental crown in the smile. Dr. Ken Poznikoff starts by examining the tooth to determine if the patient is a good candidate for a dental crown. Once this has been determined, he prepares the tooth by removing damaged and decayed areas and shaping the remaining structure to accommodate the crown. An impression is then taken of the prepared tooth and surrounding teeth and mailed to a dental laboratory where the custom dental crown will be created. The patient returns to the office, where Dr. Ken Poznikoff will bond the restoration over the tooth structure.
Call Riverside Dental Clinic at (833) 575-1855 to request more information about dental crowns and whether or not you are a good candidate for treatment.
The office is located at 180 Riverside Drive East and serves patients in and around the Drumheller, Alberta, area.