Restore Your Smile with a Custom Dental Crown in Sebastopol
Decayed, broken, cracked, and weakened teeth can make it hard to eat comfortably or smile with confidence. At Oak Tree Dental, we can restore your tooth’s strength, function, and natural beauty with a custom dental crown in Sebastopol.
We use advanced 3D imaging and design technology to custom craft each dental crown. Your fully restored tooth will allow you to chew comfortably and smile with total confidence. With CEREC same-day crowns, you can enjoy a completely restored smile in just one visit!
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown, sometimes called a tooth cap, is a custom-made restoration that fully covers and protects a damaged tooth. A crown replaces missing enamel with strong, durable materials to restore a tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance.
We frequently use dental crowns to reinforce teeth that are weakened, cracked, worn down, or structurally compromised. This helps them function comfortably and look natural alongside your surrounding teeth.
What can porcelain crowns fix?
Porcelain crowns are a versatile treatment to address both functional and cosmetic concerns.
- Strengthening teeth afflicted by extensive decay or damage
- Providing reinforcement following root canal therapy
- Repairing teeth that have been fractured
- Transforming the appearance of discolored or misaligned teeth
- Serving as a secure anchor for dental bridges
- Completing a dental implant
At Oak Tree Dental, we understand the profound impact broken and damaged teeth can have on your life. Let us help you rediscover your smile’s beauty and strength with a custom dental crown in Sebastopol!
What Is the Process of Getting a Crown?
Getting a dental crown typically happens in two parts: preparing the tooth and placing the crown.
To prepare a tooth for a dental crown, we carefully reshape it to make space for the restoration and ensure a seamless fit. This usually involves removing damaged or decayed tooth structure. We’ll ensure a completely comfortable process with safe and effective pain control throughout.
When your tooth is prepared, we’ll take updated 3D digital impressions and create a precise computer model of your teeth and gums. We’ll use this model to design your custom crown to suit your bite as well as aesthetic considerations to deliver a functional and beautiful result.
Once your crown is ready, we securely cement it in place, check your bite, and make precise adjustments to ensure comfort and proper function. This process may change a little bit depending on what type of dental crown you need.
What Are the Types of Dental Crowns?
There are several materials and techniques available for dental crowns, and the right choice depends on the tooth being restored, your bite, and your long-term goals.
Modern ceramic crowns closely replicate the look and translucency of natural enamel while offering exceptional durability. Our team will review all appropriate options with you and recommend the material that best fits your needs, lifestyle, and budget.
We’re proud to provide CEREC same-day crowns in Sebastopol for most needs, as well as traditional impression crowns in special cases.
Same Day CEREC Dental Crowns
In most cases, we can provide same-day dental crowns in Sebastopol using advanced CEREC technology. This streamlined approach allows us to restore your tooth in a single visit without temporary crowns or multiple appointments.
After preparing your tooth, we use a 3D digital scanner to capture detailed images of your teeth and gums and use CAD/CAM technology to design your crown to precisely match the shape and shade of your natural teeth.
We then use our in-office dental mill to create your dental crown while you wait. We’ll cement your beautiful, permanent crown the same day, meaning you can enjoy a fully restored smile in just one visit.
Traditional Crowns
Unlike same-day dental crowns, conventional dental crowns involve a multi-step process. Rather than creating your porcelain crown in our office, we’ll send your models and records to a trusted dental laboratory, where your custom crown is crafted using high-strength materials.
While your permanent crown is being made, you’ll wear a temporary crown to protect your tooth. You’ll then return to our office to have your permanent crown placed, typically in about one to two weeks.
Caring for Dental Crowns
After your crown is placed, we recommend avoiding very sticky or hard foods for a few days while the bonding fully stabilizes. After that, your crown can be cared for just like your natural teeth.
Good oral hygiene including daily brushing and flossing, along with regular dental visits will help extend the life of your crown. With proper care, dental crowns typically last 5 to 15 years, and often longer.
Rediscover Your Confidence with a Custom Dental Crown in Sebastopol!
If you have a damaged, weakened, or uncomfortable tooth, a dental crown may be the solution you need. At Oak Tree Dental, we combine advanced technology with personalized care to deliver durable, natural-looking dental crowns in Sebastopol.
Our team is here to help you regain comfort, confidence, and a healthy smile, often in just one visit with same-day crown technology. Get in touch with our team to schedule your consultation for dental crowns in Sebastopol, just minutes from Santa Rosa, and take the next step toward a stronger, more confident smile!