November 16, 2018

What is the Purpose of Dental Crowns?

By Dr. Liana Muradyan, DDS · Medically reviewed by Dr. Leon Kiraj, DDS

What is the Purpose of Dental Crowns?

What is a dental crown?

Why get a dental crown?

  • Cover cracks and chips
  • Restore structure to a broken tooth
  • Deliver protection and strength after a root canal
  • Reinforce a dental bridge
  • Strengthen teeth
  • Rebuild teeth to their natural shape and size
  • Protect a weak tooth from breaking or repair a broken tooth
  • Cover discolored teeth
  • Attach bridges
  • Hold and support a filling
  • Enhance appearance

Oral hygiene maintenance

  • Limit soda, coffee and alcohol
  • Drink tap water when possible
  • Monitor your low-carb lifestyle
  • Increase your calcium intake
  • Take a daily dose of vitamins C and D
  • Put out the cigarettes

Frequently Asked Questions

A dental crown is a cap placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength. It supports teeth significantly damaged by decay or trauma.

Crowns cover cracks and chips, protect weak teeth, and add strength after a root canal. They can also attach bridges and cover discolored teeth.

Yes, a crown delivers protection and strength to a tooth after a root canal. It helps prevent the treated tooth from breaking.

Good oral hygiene helps, including limiting soda, coffee, and alcohol and increasing calcium and vitamins C and D. Quitting smoking also protects your teeth.

Infinite Dental Wellness in Glendale offers dental crowns. Our USC-trained husband-and-wife dentists can evaluate whether a crown is right for you.

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