In our previous blog, we took a look at the beginning signs of dental decay, how it contributes to cavity formation, and why it was important to seek a dental filling as soon as possible. Indeed, there are several factors out there that negatively affect your oral health, and staying on top of routine care is essential for maintaining a lifelong smile. Still, when issues arise, nothing is better suited to tackle them than restorative dentistry. In today’s blog, your Lake Orion, MI dentist takes a look at the versatility of dental crown treatment and details how these restorations can address a range of needs.
Combatting Dental Decay
Believe it or not, tooth decay is among the most common oral health concerns out there, affecting millions of people every year in some way, shape, or form. When it begins, it is often unnoticeable or undetectable without the assistance of a trained dental professional. This causes the issue to worsen before treatment is sought.
When decay targets a tooth, it is producing a destructive acid that eats away at your tooth’s structure. Over time, this process bores a small hole in a tooth known as a cavity, and the cavity serves as a tunnel into the inner portion of your tooth. Without intervention, the infection will continue to spread until your entire tooth is considered compromised or beyond saving.
Even with the healthiest of diets and a steady preventive routine at home, it only takes one instance of falling short for decay to settle in. To learn more about this process and what your treatment options are, give our team a call today.
Providing Structural Support
In order to mitigate the effects of decay and prioritize your health, your dentist will recommend restorative dentistry. Though there are several different options that can be used to treat your situation based on your needs, none are more versatile than that of dental crown restorations.
Crowns consist of hollow caps that are placed atop a tooth securely, allowing an air-tight seal to form and protect your tooth from harm. In addition to this, a crown can provide structural support while the affected structure heals, making it an ideal solution for sensitive teeth. Contact our office today to learn more.
Additional Functional Benefits
Our team utilizes chairside economic restoration of esthetic ceramics (CEREC) to not only customize your crown creation but to streamline your treatment in an effective and efficient manner. CEREC crowns allow for higher levels of precision in treatment while also addressing questions of function, such as the ability to bite, chew, and eat as normal.
Learn More Today
Contact Lake Orion Family Dentistry in Lake Orion, MI by calling 248-693-6213 to learn more about the benefits of CEREC crowns and speak to a member of our team to schedule your next appointment.
