Dental crowns are essentially caps that fit over the natural tooth structure. A crown looks exactly like a real tooth—it can even be shaded to match the rest of your smile! Your Woodland Hills dentist may recommend that you get a porcelain crown if you have oral health problems like a fractured tooth, or if you need a root canal. Dental crowns are also cosmetic solutions. They can restore the appearance of teeth affected by aesthetic imperfections.
On average, a well-made porcelain crown has a lifespan of five to 15 years. Some have even lasted 20 to 25 years and beyond! The lifespan of your crown depends largely on your own oral habits and hygiene. However, even if you take excellent care of your oral health, it’s likely that you’ll need to replace your crown at some point. Fortunately, most insurance companies will cover the cost of a replacement crown as long as the original one was placed at least five years ago.
One of the top reasons why crowns require replacement is tooth decay. The crown itself cannot develop cavities, as it’s made from porcelain. However, the natural tooth underneath the crown can develop tooth decay. If the gum line recedes around the crown, it becomes easier for bacteria to work their way underneath the crown and attack the natural tooth. In addition, crowns can fail due to damage from wear and tear. Wear and tear can be accelerated if you tend to grind your teeth and clench your jaw, or if you have habits like chewing on ice or biting your fingernails.
If you need a new or replacement porcelain crown, you can call the office of Pearl Zadeh, DDS to schedule an appointment. Our Woodland Hills dentist frequently places crowns for both cosmetic and functional purposes. Get in touch with our friendly staff today at (818) 716-6722.
Please note, we are not a contracted dental provider. Our relationship is with you, not your dental insurance company. We advise you to be aware of your plan and its reimbursement schedule. We will do everything we can to provide you the maximum reimbursement possible. However, you are electing to get out of network services.
If you do not have insurance or if you have HMO but want to go outside of your network, you can pay in full via cash/credit or through financing via Credit Care.
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