Cosmetic Dental Crowns: What to Expect

The First Appointment

You will probably spend time talking than you expect. Your dentist will ask what is bothering you about the tooth. Will check how your bite comes together. The color matters too especially if the crown is near your teeth.

Getting the Tooth Ready

The tooth needs to be shaped so the crown can fit over it properly. Your dentist removes an amount of enamel from around the tooth. You will usually have anesthetic so you should not feel sharp pain during the procedure.

• A little sensitivity afterward is pretty normal especially when you drink something though it should not keep getting worse.

• Your temporary crown is functional. It will not feel exactly like the finished one. Try not to treat it like the product.

• Bite check matters more than people think. If the crown feels too high when you close your mouth tell your dentist of hoping you will get used to it.

Waiting for the Final Crown

Between appointments a dental lab makes your permanent crown based on the shape and color your dentist has chosen. This is where cosmetic dentistry gets surprisingly detailed. Tiny changes in shape can affect how natural the tooth looks when you smile.

Yes you will probably look at the temporary crown in a mirror more than once. Everyone does.

Getting the Permanent Crown

At the appointment your dentist removes the temporary crown and checks the new one against your tooth. The fit gets checked first. Then the. Shape. If something looks off speak up. This is one of those moments where being picky’s completely reasonable.

What It Feels Like Afterward

Once the permanent crown is cemented in place it can feel unfamiliar for a days. Your tongue notices everything at first. Then your brain gets bored of noticing it.

Some people have sensitivity around the crowned tooth. Your dentist can tell you what level is expected for your tooth and when to call if something does not feel right.

Looking After Your Crown

A cosmetic crown still needs care. Brush your teeth as usual and clean around the crown carefully. Your natural tooth is still underneath it. The crown is not a free pass to ignore your gums or dental visits.

Honestly the best crowns are the ones you eventually forget about. They should fit into your smile without reminding you they are there.

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