Fillings aren’t enough
Dentists use fillings to replace the area of a tooth afflicted with tooth decay. The dentist will remove the bad part of the tooth and fill it back in with one of several different types of filling material, such as gold, porcelain or resin.
While fillings are excellent for replacing tooth decay that is not terribly advanced, if the decay has consumed too much of the tooth, fillings will be inadequate. Though made from very durable materials themselves and do well for their intended purpose, they are not strong enough to replace very large portions of the tooth.
What can a crown do for me?
Dental crowns at
our Vero Beach dental practice do a number of things, including reinforcing a damaged, decayed and weakened tooth, as well as restoring its shape to what it was prior to tooth decay. Also called a tooth cap, it covers the entire exposed part of the tooth or an implant.
Because part of your tooth is damaged, the
caring staff at Raymond A. Della Porta, II D.M.D. wants to help you save the remainder of it to prevent the need for tooth extraction. However, there are cases when a tooth will eventually need an implantation or some other form restoration to protect the structure of your mouth, jaw and bones.
By having a restorative dental crown placed on your already damaged tooth, you’ll be on your way to a healthier, more beautiful smile.
If you suspect you may be suffering from tooth decay, contact your Vero Beach dental practice, Raymond A. Della Porta, II D.M.D., today to find out what we can do for you and your mouth.