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Why is a Crown Sometimes Necessary to Fix a Tooth?

The necessary solution to fix a tooth is determined by the size of the problem. From a simple filling to an onlay, inlay or dental crown there are many options to repair a tooth. In this blog we will answer our patient’s question, by helping you to understand your dental options. So let’s find out what type of tooth repair is best for you and why a crown may be the necessary choice.

• Filling: A filling is best for teeth that have smaller cavities. It is placed to restore a tooth back to its normal shape and function after a cavity has been removed. A filling is often made of composite resin but it can also be made of amalgam.
• Inlay/Onlay: Inlays and onlays are great options for teeth with cavities that are too large to be repaired with a filling. This type of restoration is often made of porcelain but can also be made of gold.
• Crown: A crown is a popular choice for repairing teeth that have more severe decay, broken down or cracked. A dental crown covers the entire tooth giving it the most stability of all of the options.

In getting back to answering the question, why is a crown sometimes necessary to fix a tooth, it all depends on the size of the problem. If the amount of decay or part of the tooth that is broken is larger, a crown will be necessary to repair the tooth back to its full function. If you need a crown, the good news is, it can be completed in ONE visit.

At Living Well Dental Group, we have crown milling technology, right in our office that gives us the ability to make our own crowns in-house and place them on your teeth the same day. This is a big WIN for you because the problem tooth can be fixed in just one visit.

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Ultimately, the best choice for your tooth depends on how big the problem is. No matter what your tooth’s needs are, Living Well Dental Naprville will help you find the best solution. Keep your teeth strong and healthy, book an appointment online or call us at (630) 505-1516 today.

Hy”Genius” Corner

The hygienists at Living Well Dental Group would love to answer any questions you may have about your oral health. You can submit questions to our email at smile@LivingWellDentalGroup.com OR write us a message on Facebook. If we feature your questions in an upcoming blog, you will receive a $25 Starbucks Gift Card.