Dental Crowns Bentonville, AR

Integrated Dentistry provides dental crowns in Bentonville, AR. Call 479-333-1300 to learn more and schedule an appointment.

It’s always our goal to preserve your natural teeth whenever possible rather than extracting them. Dental crowns allow us to do just that. Rather than extracting a tooth with deep tooth decay or damage, we only remove the damaged tooth structure, rebuilding it and protecting it with a crown. Your dental crown is made to fit over the remaining tooth prevent further damage. This is why dental crowns are sometimes also known as “caps.”

At Integrated Dentistry, our preferred material for dental crowns is zirconia or porcelain, as it offers the most natural-looking results. A porcelain or zirconia crown blends in seamlessly with the rest of your smile because it can be made to match the shape, size, and color of your real tooth. No dark lines around the edges like older dental crown technology that involved a metal substructure.

When you come to our office for a dental crown, the first step in the process is taking digital impressions of your teeth and bite. These impressions allow us to create a model of your smile on our computer; with this model, we can design a dental crown that replicates your natural tooth.

Next, your tooth is prepared for your crown by removing the damaged or decayed areas. The process is similar to what you’ve likely experienced in the past when getting a cavity filled. Your tooth and the tissue surrounding it are completely numb, so you won’t feel any discomfort. Another set of impressions is taken, this time to ensure that your crown fits securely onto your prepared tooth.

At this point, a temporary crown is placed on the tooth. Dr. Johnson will design your permanent crown and send its specifications to a professional dental laboratory, where it is fabricated with exacting detail. When the crown is complete, you’ll return to our office so it can be bonded in place. With proper care and maintenance, you can expect your dental crown to last many years.

Dental crowns usually last five to 15 years depending on the quality and type of material, but it’s not uncommon for them to last even longer. Brush twice a day, floss at least once a day, and see the dentist every six months for evaluations and cleanings to maximize the lifespan of your dental crown.

When your tooth is being prepared for your dental crown, we use local anesthesia to ensure that you don’t experience any pain or discomfort.

Yes, porcelain crowns are a great option for patients who want a dental crown that looks like a natural tooth.

In the past, gold and metal alloy crowns were a popular choice, but these days, most patients are interested in a dental crown that blends in with the rest of their teeth for a more natural look. Metal alloy crowns are strong and durable and there are some circumstances in which they may be a good option, but porcelain is generally considered a better choice.

Perhaps you’re wondering: why should you get a dental crown when you could just have your decayed tooth extracted instead? It’s simple—a dental crown allows us to save most of your natural tooth, which is the best possible outcome for your oral health. When a tooth is extracted, the missing tooth must be replaced; if it’s not replaced, it can compromise your jaw and the surrounding teeth, which may begin to shift into the gap left behind.

Call 479-333-1300 to schedule an appointment with a dentist in Bentonville, AR today!