Natural-Looking Dental Crowns at Roger Gibbon DDS in Lancaster PA

Dental crowns play an important role in restorative dentistry by protecting and strengthening teeth damaged by decay, injury, or wear. Dental crown treatment at Roger Gibbon DDS is performed with precision and expertise while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible. Our practice in Lancaster, PA provides personalized restorative dentistry that improves function, durability, and overall oral health.

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What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that fully covers the visible portion of a tooth above the gum line. The crown creates a new external layer for the tooth, restoring its original strength while safeguarding the remaining tooth structure. Crowns are permanent restorations designed to withstand normal biting and chewing forces.

Dental crowns are typically recommended for patients whose teeth have sustained severe damage, leaving them without sufficient tooth structure to support a standard filling. A crown protects the tooth, restores its function, and helps prevent further damage.

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When Dental Crowns Are Recommended?

Dentists use dental crowns in multiple clinical situations that require either reinforcement or dental restoration. Crowns are recommended for teeth with severe decay, fractures, or significant tooth structure loss. Dentists use crowns to protect teeth after root canal treatment.

Dental bridges and implant-supported restorations require crowns as essential components of their restorative procedures. Treatment recommendations are made after a comprehensive evaluation of the tooth, surrounding structures, and overall oral health.

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Types of Dental Crowns Available

Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns are popular for their natural appearance and ability to closely match surrounding teeth. These crowns are designed to closely resemble natural enamel and are suitable for many areas of the mouth.

Metal and Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns

Metal-based crowns and porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns offer enhanced durability. They are often used for teeth that experience higher biting forces. These materials provide long-lasting strength and durability.

Full Metal Crowns

Gold and metal alloy crowns offer exceptional durability, resisting wear and maintaining their original condition over extended use. Although their use has decreased in modern dentistry, they remain an effective solution for various restorative procedures.

The treatment planning process includes two essential steps that require discussion of material selection to determine which crown best meets functional needs and matches patient preferences.

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The Dental Crown Process at Roger Gibbon DDS

Comprehensive Evaluation

The dental crown process begins with a thorough evaluation by the dentist. The dentist uses diagnostic imaging and clinical assessment to evaluate dental damage and determine whether a dental crown is the optimal treatment.

Tooth Preparation

The dentist needs to reshape the affected tooth to create a suitable space for crown placement. This step ensures a secure fit while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.

Impression and Fabrication

The dental team creates an impression of the prepared tooth, which is sent to the dental laboratory for crown fabrication. The dental lab designs the crown to ensure proper bite alignment and natural jaw movement.

Temporary Crown Placement

Dentists use temporary crowns to protect teeth while they create permanent crown replacements.

Final Crown Placement

The permanent crown installation process begins when the dentist installs the final crown, secures it in place, and makes final adjustments for comfort and proper bite alignment.

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Crowns vs. Fillings

Dentists use dental fillings to treat minor decay, but they are ineffective for treating cases where large portions of the tooth structure are missing. Dental crowns provide full coverage with strong support, making them the ideal choice for situations that demand both durability and protection.

Dentists use special techniques to create dental crowns outside the mouth, enabling customized designs that support natural jaw movement and long-term durability.

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Longevity and Maintenance of Dental Crowns

Dental crowns maintain their functionality throughout several years when patients practice proper dental care and attend scheduled dental appointments. The daily dental routine includes brushing and flossing together with professional dental cleanings, which maintain crown integrity and protect the surrounding tooth structure.

The dentist uses regular examinations to identify potential dental problems, allowing the dentist to monitor the crown and maintain its function over time.

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A Patient-Centred Dental Practice in Lancaster, PA

The dental office of Roger Gibbon DDS provides patients with an atmosphere that promotes respect and patience while delivering personalized treatment. Our dental team creates treatment plans focused on long-term oral health and patient comfort.

The team provides complete explanations of their work from the first consultation through the last crown installation. The dental practice of Roger Gibbon DDS accepts multiple dental insurance plans, which include Aetna PPO, Amerihealth Caritas of Pennsylvania, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, Principal, and United Concordia. Our team helps patients understand their insurance benefits while they learn about their coverage and expected out-of-pocket expenses.

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Schedule a Dental Crown Consultation

Dental crown treatment is an effective option for patients with damaged or decayed teeth. The office of Roger Gibbon DDS provides dental crown consultation services to help patients understand how crowns can improve their dental health.

Our team provides dedicated support through our customer care services and delivers education on restoration methods tailored to your specific requirements.

Schedule your consultation today by calling (717) 872-7496.