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A dental crown may look simple, but you can’t just get one at a moment’s notice. Your pearly white must get some “prep work” done before it’s ready for a restoration. With that said, perhaps you’re wondering: How do dentists prepare teeth for dental crowns? You’re in luck; your Thorndale practice will gladly answer this question. Simply keep reading to learn what dentists do to prep teeth for crowns, as well as the perks of the preparation process.
What Dentists Do to Prep Teeth for Crowns
Dentists generally take four steps to prepare teeth for crowns. In order, these actions are:
1. Smile Assessment
Your dentist will first check your tooth for damage, relying on both direct observation and dental X-rays as needed. This process identifies the areas that need a dental crown’s protection.
2. Tooth Drilling
If the dentist concludes you need a crown, they’ll next drill into your tooth. Doing so may sound like a painful process, but rest assured, the dental team will numb your mouth beforehand. Drilling done for treatment won’t (or at least shouldn’t) involve any aches or irritation. At most, you’ll only experience some mild pressure as the dentist operates.
3. Cleaning & Filling
Once they’ve finished drilling, the dentist will clean and fill your tooth’s interior. These twin measures remove harmful elements from your mouth and disinfect the treatment site.
4. Enamel Smoothing
To conclude the preparation, your dentist will smooth out your tooth’s enamel layer. The reason is simple: your tooth’s jagged edges could cut your mouth’s soft tissues otherwise.
The Benefits of Crown Preparation
When a dentist takes time to prepare your tooth for its crown, you experience the following benefits:
- Versatile Care – A tooth prepped for its crown will be better covered, so it’ll get more effective help for its cavity, chips, cracks, etc.
- Improved Oral Health – By smoothing your enamel, a dental team ensures your final prosthetic fits comfortably and doesn’t cause injuries.
- Lifelike Looks – Your dental crown will blend more seamlessly when the underlying tooth is prepared first.
- Long-Lasting Results – When its tooth is properly prepared, a dental crown is more likely to last a long time. That means it could potentially work for 15-30 years or more.
If you’d like, you can always learn more about how dentists prepare teeth for dental crowns. Just consult your dental provider for the relevant facts!
About the Practice
Chester County Dental Arts is based in Thorndale, PA. Led by Drs. Simeone, Bruck, and Schoengold, our practice does everything possible to make your smile shine and thrive. We thus offer preventive, cosmetic, and even restorative oral treatments, as well as emergency dental care. Naturally, dental crowns are included among these many and varied services. For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (610)-383-1600.
