Why a Knoxville area patient may need a crown placed over a single tooth

At the practice of Dr. Pablo Foncea, patients in the Knoxville, TN area have access to a wide range of services to transform their smile’s appearance. One of those services is that of the dental crown.

What is a dental crown?

A crown, sometimes referred to as a “cap,” is a restoration that is custom fabricated for patients to cover a tooth. It is bonded in place and is often used as of protection against damage.

Why might a patient consider the placement of a dental crown?

Dental crowns are used in many situations. Following are a few times in which patients may want to speak to their dentist about using a crown for their smile:

• Coverage of a misshapen tooth
• Coverage of a discolored tooth
• Restoration of the structure of a broken or damaged tooth
• Extra protection for a tooth with a large dental filling
• Improving the appearance of a natural tooth
• Act as a false tooth when placed over a dental implant

Materials used for dental crowns

Dr. Pablo Foncea wants to ensure that everything performed in his practice is done to look natural and attractive. Therefore, he focuses on cosmetic work. While dental crowns can be fabricated from many different materials, he focuses on the use of porcelain. Porcelain is color matched to ensure seamless integration. They also eliminate problems for patients who may have allergic reactions to metals.

Schedule a visit to Sequoyah Dental Arts today

Dr. Pablo Foncea and the team of Sequoyah Dental Arts are here to help patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. If you live in the area of Knoxville, Tennessee and want a team dedicated to providing quality dental care, contact us today. Our team can be reached by phone at 865 973-9899 or by personally visiting us at 2719 Kingston Pike.

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