Dental crowns, or “dental caps,” are tooth-shaped prosthetics made of porcelain, metal, or some combination thereof, that are either placed atop dental implants as permanent tooth replacements or provide a protective casing for cracked or otherwise severely damaged natural teeth to restore their form and function.
Can a Crown Be Placed on Any Tooth?
Dental crowns can be placed on most teeth, with front teeth, molars, and premolars the most common. However, some considerations and potential restrictions can prevent a tooth from being eligible for a crown.
Most importantly, a tooth must have a sufficiently healthy structure to securely support a crown. Teeth with extensive decay or structural damage may require additional treatments to supplement their strength or may be unsuitable for crowns. Additionally, teeth that are significantly misaligned and specific bite issues require some orthodontic adjustment before a crown can be placed.
Consult with your dentist to assess your oral health and dental alignment and determine your suitability for dental crowns.
Precision-Placed Dental Crowns in Paoli, PA
If you’re in the Paoli area and looking for a highly skilled and experienced dentist you can trust to determine your suitability for dental crowns and to expertly place them if appropriate, contact dentist Dr. Mehul Shah and the team at M. Shah DMD & Associates to schedule a consultation.