Your Choice for Chinook Centre Dental Crowns

What is A Dental Crown?

Dental Crowns are the preferred treatment option for teeth with fillings that become larger than the natural tooth structure. In addition to large fillings, teeth that have undergone root canal therapy and teeth that suffer from recurring tooth decay benefit from Dental Crowns.

Dental Crowns are custom made using a variety of materials. Dr. James Chen uses ceramic porcelain, Zirconia based porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, and cast gold crowns. Dr. James Chen will suggest the best type of dental crowns for your needs based on various factors such as aesthetics, where the crown is used in your mouth, your dental habits, conditions such as teeth grinding, and your personal preference. A complete assessment will be used to determine the best dental crown for your situation.

Dental Crowns are recommended when:

1. You have a tooth that requires a filling that will exceed the natural tooth structure.
2. Your teeth have extensive damage, tooth decay, and/or fracture lines.
3. Your teeth are discolored and have compromised tooth aesthetics.
4. Your teeth have undergone Root Canal Therapy. After root canal therapy, teeth become brittle and are more susceptible to fracture. Root canaled teeth need to be protected with dental crowns.