What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is also called a tooth cap because it covers the entire tooth crown. The tooth crown is the visible portion of the tooth that lies above the gum line. Your child’s dental crown will:
If your child needs a tooth cap, rest assured their comfort is our first priority! Our children’s dentist will conduct a virtually painless procedure while we protect their smile.
When is a tooth cap necessary?
Our children’s dentist will administer a dental exam and x-rays to determine if a dental crown is the right choice for your child. We use a conservative dental filling whenever necessary, but extensive damage will require a tooth cap. A dental crown may be recommended in the following situations:
The Pediatric Dental Center doctors can repair a broken or decayed tooth with a dental crown. The tooth cap is custom-designed to give your child a beautiful smile.
What to expect if you need a dental crown
Does your child need some extra protection for their tooth crown? No worries! We will make your child’s experience comfortable and even enjoyable. We offer safe sedation options for patients with pressing anxiety.
First, we will take impressions of your child’s tooth crown and create a perfect tooth cap in our lab. Soon after, the dental crown placement process will go something like this:
- Your dentist will place local anesthetic around the tooth to completely numb the area.
- We prepare the tooth on all sides and remove any decay or bacteria.
- We use dental cement to bond the dental crown to the tooth.
- Your dentist will polish and adjust the tooth cap to perfection!
“We have always had a great experience here. From the front office staff to the hygienists to the doctors they all have been great! We have been coming here for 6 years and my girls refuse to go anywhere else. Keep up the great work!”
– Melissa B.
Benefits of a Dental Crown
Your child’s dental crown will:
- Protect a weak tooth from breaking
- Hold together a cracked tooth
- Restore a broken or worn down tooth
- Restore full function of your child’s bite force and chewing abilities
- Help preserve your child’s smile spacing and bite
- Reduce the need for more extensive treatments later on
- Restore your child’s confidence and beautiful smile
How Do Tooth Crowns Work?
Dental crowns are one of the most commonly performed procedures by dentists. First, the outer surface of the tooth on the top and all sides is removed to create room for the crown to be placed. Dental crowns are then permanently cemented onto the damaged tooth. Watch the video below to see what the tooth crown process looks like:
Why Choose Pediatric Dental Center
Convenience
Pediatric Dental Center has multiple locations for your convenience. At any location, you will discover a wide range of services to suit all of your child’s needs. We are your trusted one-stop shop for dentistry! Whatever treatment is needed, you can rest assured that your child will be treated with respect and care.
Quality
Our pediatric dentists are both experienced and board-certified. They have specialized training so that they understand your child’s needs for comfort and deliver optimal results for your child. Our practice is completely mercury-free. We only do composite fillings and stainless steel crowns. Our materials lend themselves to better results while keeping your child safe.
Fun
We pride ourselves on our fun environment! Kids like coming into our office. There are things for them to look at and activities to do. They have entertainment options and various amenities to keep them comfortable and distracted from any anxiety. We believe in education, and we know how to make it fun. We speak in simple terms to encourage your child to brush and floss correctly at home.
Schedule a Dental Crown Appointment in Northern Kentucky
Does your child’s smile need a little attention? We invite you to The Pediatric Dental Center for a wonderful dental experience with our children’s dentist!
We have convenient office locations in Burlington and Cold Spring Kentucky. We also proudly provide dentistry for children to patients from all over the Northern Kentucky area, including the communities of Florence, Hebron, Covington, Erlanger, Independence, Ft. Thomas, KY, and Lawrenceburg, IN.
To have your questions about tooth crowns answered, or to schedule an appointment, simply call, text, or contact us using the form on this page. We look forward to answering your child’s dentistry needs!
