Dental Crowns: All You Need to Know

Welcome to Parkside Dental! Drs. Gerald Middleton and Adria Care welcome you to our Riverside, California office. Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental care to keep you and your family’s dental health in shape. We proudly offer comprehensive dental care that includes strong, durable dental crowns. When a tooth becomes damaged or weakened, a dental crown is a great option to restore its appearance and function while providing strength and durability to protect your tooth from further damage. We are proud to offer high-quality dental crowns in Riverside, CA, including advanced CEREC same-day crowns, to ensure a comfortable and efficient experience for every patient.

Dental Crowns Defined

Dental crowns are custom-crafted caps designed to encapsulate and protect a tooth. Dental crowns restore a tooth’s size, strength, shape, or appearance. Consider a dental crown when you need to:

  • Protect a cracked or weakened tooth.
  • Restore a tooth that has been worn down or broken.
  • Reinforce a tooth that has received a large filling, and there’s not enough natural tooth structure left.
  • Complete a dental implant or anchor a dental bridge.

Dental crowns strengthen teeth and enhance their appearance. They are crafted to blend seamlessly into a smile.

Real Patients, Real Results Gerald Middleton DDS – Before and After Images of Patients

  • Patient disliked discoloration and wear. He wanted to change the esthetic of his front teeth.
  • Christopher utilized orthodontics prior to porcelain crowns to accomplish the ultimate esthetics.
  • Christophers new smile was achieved using 6 porcelain crowns that were contoured and brightened.
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Varieties of Dental Crowns

We are happy to offer a variety of types of dental crowns, each designed to meet the unique needs of our patients at our office:

  • Porcelain Crowns: Ideal for front teeth, porcelain crowns are highly aesthetic and mimic the natural translucency of enamel.
  • Metal Crowns: Durable and long-lasting, metal crowns are often used for molars where strength is the priority.
  • Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns: These crowns blend the organic appearance of porcelain with the durability of metal.
  • CEREC Same-Day Crowns: For those with busy schedules, CEREC technology allows us to design, mill, and place your crown in a single visit. These crowns are made of high-quality ceramic and offer the same durability and aesthetics as traditional crowns.

Drs. Middleton and Cate will work with you to determine the best option based on your dental needs and preferences.

The Dental Crown Process

Getting a dental crown is a straightforward procedure, and at our office, we strive to make your experience as smooth as possible. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Consultation and Preparation: During your initial visit, your dentist will assess your tooth and take digital impressions or scans to create a precise crown. If using CEREC, the crown will be made right in our office during the same appointment.

2. Tooth Shaping: The damaged tooth is prepared by removing decay and shaping it to accommodate the crown.

3. Crown Placement: If receiving a traditional crown, a temporary crown is placed while your permanent crown is fabricated in a dental lab. For CEREC crowns, the permanent crown is placed immediately after preparation.

4. Final Adjustments: Once your crown is ready, your dentist will ensure a perfect fit and securely bond it.

Throughout the process, we prioritize your comfort, using advanced techniques and a gentle touch to minimize discomfort.

Why Choose Parkside Dental?

We’re committed to providing personalized care in a welcoming environment. Our team ensures that every step of your treatment is tailored to your needs, making your visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Whether you need a simple repair or a complete smile makeover, we’re here to help you achieve your dental goals.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

are you ready to restore your smile with a dental crown? Contact our office to schedule your appointment today. Call us at (951) 470-3379 or visit our website at www.gmdental.com to learn more about dental crowns in Riverside, CA, and how we can help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile!