Curtis Couch D.D.S can administer crowns and bridges to mend a variety of dental problems

Crowns are sometimes referred to as dental caps and they can be used to cover teeth that have been damaged. You’d be surprised how many people you know have crowns because they are virtually unnoticeable due to the precise tooth-coloured appearance. They are generally made of porcelain and are moulded meticulously to fit your natural tooth. Curtis Couch D.D.S located in Thousand Oaks is dedicated to restorative dentistry which involves restoring the function and appearance of your smile.

When will I need a dental crown?

Sometimes the shape of your teeth can be compromised by chips or grinding. This can affect the function and will often require a porcelain crown to fix. Bruxing or grinding your teeth is a damaging habit which can erode the vital outer layer of teeth as well as grind teeth down into misshapen stubs. If you have severely worn down your teeth then you will need a dental crown although veneers are sometimes appropriate for teeth that have been reduced by grinding. Crowns can also be used to improve the appearance of teeth while providing the added benefit of strengthening a tooth that has been weakened by enamel loss, bruxing or other potentially damaging habits and accidents.

The importance of a crown to protect your teeth

Crowns are important as they actively protect and preserve your natural teeth by mending teeth that have:
  • Been Damaged
  • Decayed
  • Weakened
  • Become aesthetically displeasing
Crowns can also fill gaps in the mouth utilising bridges and connective crowns which attach to the teeth adjacent to the hole. Sometimes if you suffer severe tooth decay due to lack of dental hygiene or extensive sugar eating your teeth may be damaged passed the point of requiring a filling. If this occurs your dentist at Curtis Couch D.D.S in Thousand Oaks may recommend a dental crown in order to protect the tooth, roots and surrounding gums. This procedure will prevent further damage which means that you won’t experience any further pain or discomfort due to the affected tooth. You will also be reducing your need for further oral surgeries such as root canal treatment.

Bridge the gap between you and your future smile

Dental bridges are a necessary solution used to fill in the space left by a missing tooth. It is a requirement to fill in these spaces as without a structure such as a dental implant or bridge the surrounding teeth will naturally move to accommodate and fill-in the space. This will result in the rest of your teeth becoming dispersed, leaving smaller gaps in between your teeth. This can be very detrimental to the structure of your teeth and even your wallet, as you could later require orthodontic treatment if it goes untreated for an extended period of time.

Visit Curtis Couch D.D.S in Thousand Oaks whenever you have any concerns about your teeth

It is always important to report any discomfort in your teeth to your dentist early so that he or she can begin treatment straight away. There are many small signs which can lead to much more detrimental dental and general health issues such as cavities and signs of periodontitis such as tooth sensitivity and pain. If you would like to find out more about Curtis Couch’s treatments in Thousand Oaks please do not hesitate to contact us.