When you think of dental restorations, you may think of repairs made for older patients. However, even primary teeth need to be restored in some cases. Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics in NY offers several ways to restrengthen a tooth after decay or other harm. This may be achieved through pulpotomies, fillings, or dental crowns.
Crowns Can Be Used To Repair Damage
This restoration can be used for the same reasons that an adult would need a cap. If your child’s tooth has been severely damaged, a crown can be placed to protect and restore the area. For instance, if one of their pearly whites has been fractured, this tooth-shaped cap can prevent further injury and infections. Another reason this restoration may be required is after a filling. If the area is severely decayed, a cap may be placed on top to further protect the area.
How Crowns Are Made
A dental crown can be made from a variety of materials depending on where it will be placed and your needs. Structures that need more support, such as molars, may benefit from a porcelain-fused-to-metal material or full metal which are highly durable. If the cap is going to be placed to a tooth that is visible in your smile, a more esthetic option may be porcelain. These are still sturdy but can also blend in with the rest of your pearly whites for a natural appearance.
Before having this restoration done, the dentist will examine the area to determine if this will be a helpful way of repairing the structure. To make the piece, your dentist will take an impression of your oral cavity. This will be sent to a lab for it to be handcrafted. While you wait, a temporary one may be installed to protect the area.
Placing The Cap
When the permanent one is ready, it will be checked for fit and comfort. If any adjustments need to be made, they will be corrected before it is placed. It will be bonded to the area and should fit snuggly. The material used for a cap is highly durable and can be used just as natural teeth would be. Your child should be able to chew, speak, and perform their hygiene routine comfortably.
When placed on a primary tooth, it will come off when the baby tooth is lost. Repairing the area instead of removing the structure prematurely helps promote the growth of healthy permanent dentition in the future.
Protect Their Teeth With A Crown
Dental restorations can help protect your child’s smile after an injury. Talk to our team at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics at 631.399.1600 to find out if this restoration is right for your young one.
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