Dental Crowns
Dr. Brett Johnson and our team are here to help you achieve a healthier smile with dental crowns in Anchorage, Alaska. We provide high-quality crowns to patients who have difficulties with damaged or rotting teeth. If you are interested in scheduling a visit for treatment here at Alaska Smiles, we welcome you to contact 907-278-6684 today and ask for our dentist!
Of all the dental restorations, the dental crown is one of the most versatile and useful for improving your smile’s health, function and beauty. Dental crowns, also known as caps, can be made of ceramic, porcelain, zirconia, gold, stainless steel, or a combination of porcelain and metal. Each crown is designed to fit over your full, natural tooth. In preparation, a small amount of tooth enamel is removed to allow the crown to be cemented on to the dentin.
Some of the many uses of a dental crown include:
Holding a dental bridge in place
Capping your dental implant
Protecting a tooth after a root canal treatment
Improving the color of your tooth
Covering and protecting a tooth with a large fracture
Supporting a tooth with a large filling
In order to protect and maintain your new dental crown, you need to continue brushing and flossing the crown as you would for your natural teeth, paying special attention to the crown’s base. If you would like to learn more about how dental crowns can help your smile, call our team today.