Dental Crowns in Ashburn, VA
Discover how crowns can help your smile.
Dental crowns are an excellent restoration when your tooth is broken, fractured, or severely decayed. This treatment covers your entire tooth, strengthening it, and restoring its shape and appearance so that you can once again enjoy a beautiful smile.
The crown is custom made to fit over the entire tooth, starting at the gum line, in order to restore the tooth to its original shape and size.
Dental crowns can be made of gold, porcelain, or porcelain fused to metal; porcelain crowns are popular because they match the natural color and appearance of your teeth. Our dentist will help you determine which type of dental crown is right for your smile.
How Can Dental Crowns Help?
Your smile may benefit from a crown if a tooth is damaged or decayed to the point that a dental filling will not provide a successful restoration. Crowns can also be used for a number of other restorative and aesthetic purposes, including:
To find out whether a dental crown is right for you, we welcome you to contact us today!
FAQs About Dental Crowns
- What is a dental crown used for? A crown is often recommended when a tooth is broken, fractured, or severely decayed. It covers the tooth from the gumline, restoring shape and strength so your bite feels stable again.
- What types of crowns are available? Crowns can be made from gold, porcelain, or porcelain fused to metal. Porcelain crowns are popular because they closely match the natural color and appearance of your teeth.
- Can a crown protect a tooth after a root canal? Yes. Crowns are commonly used to protect teeth following root canal treatment, helping reinforce the tooth and reduce the risk of fracture once the inside of the tooth has been treated.
- Can crowns be part of implant or bridge treatment? Yes. Crowns can anchor and attach a dental bridge, and they can also cover and complete a dental implant—helping restore function and appearance after tooth loss.
- How do you decide if I need a crown? Your dentist evaluates how much tooth structure remains and whether a filling would hold long-term. If the tooth needs full coverage for strength, a crown may be the most reliable solution.