Don’t Ignore a Broken or Damaged Tooth. After All, It’s a Very Simple Fix.

It might feel like the end of the world when you break or crack a tooth, but don’t panic, our Rockville, MD, family dentists, Dr. H. David Allick and Dr. Ghassan Jacklis, have treated this issue countless times and are here to help! Of course, you should never ignore a damaged tooth, for the sooner you seek care, the better your oral health will be. Read below to find out how Drs. Allick and Jacklis can treat your damaged tooth.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a cap that is shaped just like the crown of a tooth. Its hollow structure allows it to fully cover a tooth all the way to the gums where it operates as a barrier, hugging your tooth and protecting it from further damage. Our Rockville, MD, dentist may recommend getting a dental crown if,

• You have a tooth that is cracked, broken, or fractured
• You have a tooth with severe decay
• You have an infected tooth that requires root canal therapy
• You have a misshapen or discolored tooth
• You are replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant or dental bridge

How Is a Dental Crown Placed?

To get a dental crown, we will first need to prep the tooth. Even though the crown is hollow, we will still need to shave down the tooth to make room for the crown. We also need to address any issues such as an infection or decay before we place the crown.

Dental crowns have to be custom made since teeth aren’t all the same sizes. This means that once the tooth has been prepped, we will also need to take impressions of your mouth. These molds will give a dental lab the exact measurements needed to create the perfect crown. Since this process can take about a week, a temporary crown will be placed over the tooth to protect it.

Once the crown is fabricated you will come back in for a final fitting. After all, we want to make sure the crown fits perfectly and doesn’t affect your bite. Once we check the crown to make sure it’s just right, we will then cement it permanently in place.

Interested? Contact Us Today!

Whether you want to find out if a dental crown can improve your oral health or if you have questions about other dentistry services we offer here in Rockville, MD, don’t hesitate to pick up the phone and call White Flint Dental Associates at (301) 881-6666. We will be happy to answer your questions and schedule your next visit with us!