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Sometimes in life you just need a do-over. That\u2019s precisely what a crown is\u2014a new start for your tooth.<\/p>\n

Teeth are important players in your life\u2014they do everything from begin your digestion to make a great first impression\u2014and you deserve a beautiful, fully functioning set. If your teeth need a boost in any way, or a real makeover, a crown might be just what you need.<\/p>\n

A crown is a custom-made shell that fits perfectly over your natural tooth. Crowns look and act exactly like your original tooth, only better. Crowns support broken or badly decayed teeth and they cover and restore discolored teeth. Crowns are also used over dental implants<\/a> and to build a dental bridge<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams, Goose Creek\u00a0dentists at Carolina Complete Dental shares what you need to know about getting a crown.<\/p>\n

If You Need A Crown<\/h3>\n

Getting a crown usually takes two trips to the dentist. On the first trip, the dentist makes a plan to suit your specific needs and prepares the tooth. You will also get impressions of the tooth so that a crown can be made to fit perfectly over the natural tooth. On the second trip, your crown is installed and cemented on. A crown is a permanent or \u201cfixed\u201d dental piece. This makes it very stable and durable.<\/p>\n

In some cases, a crown can be designed, fabricated and placed in a single appointment with the help of advanced same day technology.<\/p>\n

Crowns can be made of a variety of materials and each have their own benefit. Talk with your dentist when choosing between crowns made of porcelain, resin, or metal.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Dental Crowns<\/h3>\n

Crowns are a superior restorative dentistry<\/a> treatment in both form and function. Because they are individually made, your Goose Creek\u00a0dentist can give unique attention to each tooth to make sure it looks and acts just like a natural tooth.<\/p>\n