Our crowns help strengthen teeth that have become worn down over time and more prone to decay, cracks, discoloration, and other problems. If your smile isn’t what it once was, this treatment in San Diego can help you regain a full, vibrant look. When a tooth is badly decayed or weakened, a filling or bonding may not be enough.
Every all-porcelain restoration in Dr. Hegde’s office is created with a CEREC machine, which uses CAD/CAM technology to design and mill each one to exacting standards. This minimizes errors in form, fit, and shade. Crafted from a variety of ceramic materials, these aesthetic, functional caps can be completed within 1 to 2 days if needed.
The process typically takes 2 to 3 visits. During the first appointment, you’ll receive a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable, and then the tooth is reshaped by removing a thin layer of enamel so the new cap can fit over it.
Next, we take a mold of the tooth and its neighbors, which is used to craft a restoration that blends with your surrounding teeth. You’ll wear a temporary covering until the final one is ready.
With proper care, these restorations can last 10 to 15 years. Treat yours with the same attention as your natural teeth, brushing and flossing consistently to keep it in great shape.
