Porcelain crowns to the rescue! How we “save” broken, badly damaged teeth

Individuals of all ages deserve to have smiles that they can be proud of and want to show off. With advanced restorative dentistry procedures, such as durable and aesthetic porcelain crowns, patients avoid tooth loss and keep all of their teeth for life. At Royal Dental Practice in West Hills, Los Angeles, California, Dr. Roya Shoffet provides solutions for patients with large cavities or broken, decayed, and otherwise severely damaged teeth. 

Valued patients across the San Fernando Valley with mobility and other challenges to getting the treatments they need may also benefit from our mobile dentistry services.

Porcelain crowns: Beauty meets brawn 

Think of dental crowns as protective coverings that restore damaged teeth’ strength, structure, function, and appearance. Sometimes called “caps,” they fit on top of the remaining, healthy tooth structure that has been “prepared” by Dr. Shoffet. Such preparation generally involves reducing the size of the tooth and reshaping it for a snugly fit. 

Dental crowns may be made from various materials, including metals and ceramics. Today’s porcelain is often an attractive option. It imitates the appearance and properties of natural tooth enamel. So, porcelain crowns look like natural tooth structures. Plus, modern porcelain is very strong and durable. It is designed to last. 

Dr. Shoffet also recommends porcelain crowns with high noble precious metal substructure, which provides longevity and retrievability for the patient. The use of high-quality materials truly restores the strength of a weakened tooth for a long period of time. 

In fact, crowns may be the only way to protect and preserve a severely damaged tooth treated with root canal therapy. Among the most versatile procedures available at our office, dental crowns are also used for cosmetic cases, such as severely misshapen or worn teeth, or to attach to and cover up dental implants when replacing missing teeth. They are also applied to neighboring anchor teeth in a dental bridge. 

Last but certainly not least, when crowns are securely bonded to the natural tooth, they can last for several years with good care. You can protect your restored smile by consistently brushing and flossing your teeth and maintaining professional check-ups and cleanings at our office (or we can come to you with mobile dentistry services!). Dr. Shoffet can also provide personalized guidance on care and products to support your new, healthy smile. 

Royal Dental Practice can be reached at (818) 334-6655, serving West Hills Los Angeles and the greater San Fernando Valley of CA.

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