Dental crowns, also known as caps, are custom-made restorations designed to cover and protect a tooth that has suffered significant damage. Our dental crown treatments in Safford, AZ involve creating a cap that fits snugly over the damaged tooth, restoring its shape, size, and functionality. Whether it's for broken, decayed, or heavily filled teeth, dental crowns can offer a long-lasting solution.

Dental crowns are highly versatile restorations that play an essential role in modern dentistry. They are used in a variety of scenarios to address both functional and aesthetic dental concerns. Some of the most notable benefits of dental crowns include:

• Protecting weakened or decayed teeth from further damage: Teeth that have suffered from significant decay or structural damage are prone to fractures and additional wear. Dental crowns act as a shield, providing a protective barrier that strengthens the tooth and helps preserve its integrity over time.
• Restoring the shape and function of teeth with large fillings: Large fillings can weaken the tooth structure, making it more vulnerable to cracks and breaks. By covering the tooth with a crown, you restore its full shape, size, and chewing ability, ensuring it functions like a natural tooth.
• Completing dental implants or covering root canal-treated teeth: Dental crowns are essential in the final stages of dental implant treatments, serving as the visible, functional replacement for missing teeth. They are also commonly used to cap teeth that have undergone root canal therapy, protecting them from potential reinfection or further damage.
• Enhancing the appearance of discolored or misshapen teeth: Dental crowns can dramatically improve the look of teeth that are stained, discolored, or irregularly shaped. Custom-made to match the color and contours of your natural teeth, they provide a seamless, aesthetically pleasing enhancement to your smile.

Dental crowns play a vital role in creating dental bridges. When a patient has a missing tooth, the adjacent teeth, known as abutments, are reshaped to accommodate crowns. These crowns act as anchors for the bridge, securing the artificial tooth in place and filling the gap effectively. Our skilled team ensures that every bridge and crown fits comfortably and functions optimally.

Patients often opt for dental crowns to:

1. Prevent further tooth damage or decay.
2. Maintain a natural-looking smile.
3. Avoid tooth loss and its associated complications.
4. Improve bite alignment and prevent teeth from shifting.

At Desert Bloom Dentistry, we provide personalized dental crown treatments in Safford, AZ that cater to your specific needs.

Receiving a dental crown typically involves three key steps:

1. Preparation:
   • Any existing tooth decay or infection is treated.
   • The damaged tooth is reshaped to create space for the crown.
   • Regular dental cleaning and examinations are crucial to maintaining oral health and identifying issues early.
   • Impressions are taken for a custom fit, and a temporary crown is placed.
2. Crown Fabrication:
   • The impressions are sent to a dental lab where your permanent crown is crafted to match your tooth's size and color.
3. Crown Placement:
   • Once the crown is ready, we ensure it fits perfectly.
   • It is then bonded to your tooth with dental cement, providing a secure and lasting restoration.