Porcelain Crowns
in Dallas, Texas
A crown is a device which covers a tooth. Its function is to either strengthen a decayed tooth, repair a broken tooth or improve the cosmetic appearance of a tooth.
A crown is similar to both a veneer and a filling. The differences between the three are technical - only a qualified cosmetic dentist can determine which is the best choice for you specific needs. If you have broken, decayed or otherwise damaged teeth, please contact Dr. Alhadef for a consultation. He is a graduate of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, and is expertly trained in all forms of dentistry. He'll be able to determine if crowns are right for you.
There are different types of crowns - with 2 of the most commonly used being all porcelain and porcelain fused-to-gold crowns. Porcelain crowns are durable and very natural in appearance. Porcelain fused-to-gold crowns have a metal substructure. Porcelain fused-to-metal crowns can have a slightly noticeable metal sub-structure - a dark line which appears, over time, near the gum line.
Only a qualified cosmetic dentist can determine which type of dental crown is appropriate for your individual needs. Dr. Alhadef will discuss your options with you and together determine the best restoration for your needs. A mold is first taken of the decayed tooth, then that mold is sent to a dental laboratory, where the crown is made. The crown is then placed over the damaged tooth with dental cement or bonding material.
The cement used affects the color of the tooth. Matching the color of the crown to the color of the surrounding teeth is as much of an art as it is a science, which is why it's so important to find a dentist who is expertly trained in dentistry, like Dr. Gary Alhadef.
If you have broken, decayed or otherwise damaged teeth, and live in Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Irving, Grapevine, Texas or surrounding areas, please contact Dr. Alhadef today to schedule a consultation to see if porcelain crowns are right for you. A brighter, better smile is on the way!
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Gary E. Alhadef, DDS
8226 Douglas Ave Suite 753
Dallas, Tx 75225
