A single broken, damaged, or decayed tooth can ruin the appearance of your whole smile. It can also cause considerable pain when chewing, and drinking hot or cold beverages. If you have several teeth in this condition, the problem is compounded. Crowning your tooth or teeth can end the pain, and prevent further damage, but […]
A dental crown is designed to restore and protect a tooth. Usually, if a crown is placed it means that you’ve been dealing with a broken, decayed, infected, or otherwise problematic tooth. Once treatment is complete, it looks and feels as good as new. Naturally, you want to keep it that way. Dental crowns are […]
Dental crowns are versatile, reliable restorations. They can be used for strictly cosmetic improvement, but that is rare. A strong, healthy, yet unattractive tooth can typically be corrected with a porcelain veneer or dental bonding. However, those treatments do not provide significant strength or protection for the tooth. Therefore, when the structure is compromised, a […]
Dr. Clint Bruyere of the Longview area is a general and cosmetic dentist who can help new and existing patients with their dental needs. His patients often benefit from a variety of restorative services, especially when teeth are in need of repair. One of the most popular solutions to broken teeth is a dental crown. […]
Dental crowns play an important part in dentistry. They are used in a variety of situations, including the repair of a natural tooth, the coverage of imperfections, and the restoration of a dental implant. When patients are introduced to the concept of placing a dental crown over a natural tooth, many have a variety of […]
