Crown Lengthening

Dental crowns are often placed after a cavity has been removed or a root canal performed. They restore the tooth's functionality while protecting it. In some cases, it’s necessary to perform a crown lengthening. It’s a common procedure for when the tooth isn’t exposed enough. Dr. Roopi Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental offers this procedure. To learn more, contact our office in Parker, CO.

 

A crown lengthening reveals enough tooth for a crown placement. There are a few reasons why this happens. Some teeth naturally do not stick out far enough, making them too close to the gum line. A broken tooth may require lengthening for the same reason. Maybe a placed crown has fallen off. Decay underneath a crown could knock it loose. Regardless, your dentist removes the gum tissue or bone for the crown placement.

 

Your Parker, CO, dentist begins by applying a local anesthetic. Incisions pull the gums away from the teeth. From there, bone, gum tissue, and the roots are reshaped. Afterward, Dr. Kattaura cleans the area and applies the stitches.

 

Recovery takes about three months. You will then schedule another appointment to receive a temporary and a permanent crown. Your dentist removes your stitches after 1-2 weeks. During recovery, use pain relievers and mouth rinse. Be careful when brushing your teeth. Try to avoid the gums at all costs. Avoid eating harder foods, sticking to softer substances.

 

Don’t be alarmed if the area bleeds after surgery. Keep on the lookout for signs of infection. A sudden sensitivity to hot and cold foods is common. Contact your dentist if the bleeding does not stop, there are signs of infection, the area is swollen or contains discharge, your pain reliever isn’t strong enough, or you notice swollen lymph nodes.

 

Ardas Family Dental is located in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are restorative devices placed on the top and sides of a tooth. As we age, our teeth do as well. They begin to weaken, making problems like decay, discoloration, and cracks more common. Dental crowns correct these issues. If Dr. Kattaura identifies weakness or problems with one of your teeth, a dental crown is recommended. Ardas Family Dental is located in Parker, CO.

 

Your dental crown can be made of three different materials: porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, or full gold. Porcelain is the recommended option. It is the sturdiest and most natural looking in appearance.

 

The entire dental crown process takes 2-3 appointments with your Parker, CO, dentist. At the first visit, a local anesthetic is applied to the tooth. Dr. Kattaura then files down the enamel to reshape it. This allows the dental crown to fit correctly. After, a mold or impression of the tooth is made. The impression is sent to a dental laboratory to create your personalized crown. It will take between 2-3 weeks for the new crown to be completed. You will receive a temporary crown at this time.

 

At your final appointment, a local anesthetic is reapplied to the tooth. The permanent crown is cemented on. Crowns are incredibly durable and can last 10-15 years. Make sure to care for your dental crown and tooth like you would for any other.

 

Dental crowns are the key to restoring your smile. Your teeth are with you for the rest of your life, you might as well use them! Ardas Family Dental is located in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.