Crowns are a common restorative option to repair teeth with a significant amount of decay or teeth that are chipped. Before a tooth reaches the point of needed to be extracted or replaced with an implant, Shoal Creek Prosthodontic Group can restore the tooth with a crown. The process of installing a crown is a standard and non-invasive procedure that can typically completed in two appointments.
The process of fitting a patient with a custom crown begins with the dentist removing any decay from the damaged tooth. A crown fits over the tooth like a little cap, and to ensure a great fit for the crown, the dentist may need to contour the tooth that remains. When the tooth has been prepared, an impression of the mouth is taken and sent to a dental laboratory for the custom product to be fabricated. Once the custom crown is made, it is cemented into place by the dentist at a second appointment.
To learn more about crowns and all the services we provide at the practice, visit FrederickShawDDS.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Frederick Shaw in Austin, TX, call 512-451-7491.
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