Dental Crowns – Dallas, TX

Cracked, worn, or badly decayed teeth can make it hard to smile or chew with confidence. At Dale W. Greer, DDS, our expert dentists use custom dental crowns in Dallas to restore strength, comfort, and appearance. Each crown is carefully shaped and shaded to blend with your natural teeth, so your restoration will be virtually invisible. If you’re tired of worrying about a damaged tooth, a dental crown is a simple, long-lasting solution.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” that fits over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. It is often recommended for teeth with large cavities, deep cracks, or after root canal treatment. Crowns can also be used to rebuild a badly worn tooth or serve as the top of a dental implant, effectively replacing a missing tooth.

Dental crowns are made from durable, tooth-colored materials that are made to closely mimic the appearance of natural enamel. Once placed, it covers the entire visible part of the tooth, sealing and supporting it.

The Process of Getting a Dental Crown

Getting a dental crown usually takes two visits. First, Dr. Greer will examine the tooth to get an idea of what it needs. Then he’ll discuss your options before numbing the area. If you’re nervous about dental work, our team also offers sedation dentistry that could help you relax.

Once your mouth is numbed, Dr. Greer will gently remove any decay and reshape or build up your tooth so the crown will fit snugly. Next, our team takes impressions and places a temporary crown over the “post” to protect your tooth.

Over the next two weeks, your custom crown is crafted by a trusted dental lab. On your next visit, Dr. Greer will remove the temporary crown, cement the new one in place, and make any final adjustments to your bite, so everything feels just right.

Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown

A dental crown offers several important benefits for both your oral health and your everyday comfort. Crowns strengthen weakened teeth, restore functionality, and keep your smile looking beautiful. They’re an affordable way to make repairs to your smile when fillings and bonding wouldn’t be effective. Here’s how a dental crown can help you:

• Protects and reinforces a damaged or weakened tooth
• Helps you avoid more extensive treatment or extraction
• Restores comfortable chewing and supports proper bite alignment
• Improves the appearance of your smile using tooth?colored materials
• Offers long?lasting durability with good home care and routine checkups