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Dental Crowns services offered in

If you develop a deep cavity or severely damage a tooth, dental crowns can preserve your enamel and restore your ability to bite and chew. At Calm Spring Dental, highly skilled Dentist Obinna Ejike, DDS, and our team use dental crowns to repair damaged, decaying, and weakened teeth. To make an appointment, call the office in San Antonio, Texas, or book online today.

Dental Crowns Q & A

What are dental crowns?

A dental crown is a cap that covers a damaged or decaying tooth. Once we bond your crown in place, it restores your tooth to its near-original size and appearance.

Dental crowns are made from different materials, including metal, porcelain, and ceramic. After an oral exam, a review of your dental records, and a series of X-rays, we can determine the type that will most benefit you.

Why are dental crowns needed?

At Calm Spring Dental, we use dental crowns for various reasons, including:

To protect weak teeth
To restore broken or worn-down teeth
To hold dental bridges in place
To cover misshapen or discolored teeth
To attach to dental implants

We also use dental crowns to cover teeth after root canal therapy. Covering a treated tooth with a crown reduces the risk of complications and prevents the need for an extraction.

What does getting dental crowns involve?

At Calm Spring Dental, getting dental crowns takes at least two visits.

First visit

At your first visit, we review your dental records, conduct an oral exam, and take X-rays to assess your tooth. Then, we numb your mouth with a local anesthetic and remove the decaying or damaged portion of the enamel.

Next, we take impressions of your tooth and send them to a nearby dental lab. Technicians at the lab use your impressions to design and manufacture a custom dental crown.

Second visit

When we receive your custom dental crown from the lab, you return to the office. We numb your mouth with an anesthetic and bond your crown on top of your damaged tooth. Before you leave, we assess your bite and provide care instructions.

How long do dental crowns last?

Dental crowns last between 10 and 12* years on average, but it is possible to extend their use with good oral hygiene. To keep your crown in optimal condition, we recommend: