Dental problems often require restorations. One of the most common restorations is called dental crowns. Some people are afraid of getting one because they think it would be painful, but does it hurt to get a crown?
What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown also called a cap, is a prosthetic used to restore damaged teeth. Unlike dental fillers or bonding, crowns are fabricated in a laboratory and custom-made to look like the patient’s original tooth.
Crowns come in different materials such as porcelain, metal, or resin. Porcelain is the most popularly used material because it can easily match the colour of natural teeth and lasts the longest among other materials.
When Do You Need a Crown?
Dentists use crowns for extensive restorations that filling and bonding can’t cover. Restoring teeth after root canal treatment usually requires crowns because they effectively protect the tooth roots. Crowns can cover teeth with large cracks, chips, or decayed material.
Does Getting a Crown Hurt?
As with any medical or dental procedure, patients can expect some level of discomfort. During the actual process of getting a crown, you will be given an anaesthetic to prevent any feeling of pain. However, after the anaesthetic wears off, you will feel some soreness in the tooth and gum area. This should only last for 1-2 days and be manageable with over-the-counter painkillers.
Dental Crown Procedure
At Western Sydney Smiles, we have Cerec crowns which are available for same-day application. Here is what you can expect when getting a crown:
- Your dentist will closely examine your damaged tooth and determine if a crown is the best option for restoration.
- After confirming that you will need a crown, your dentist will prepare your tooth by trimming it down to make space for the restoration.
- The dentist will get a digital scan of your tooth from which the crown will be shaped. Using Cerec technology, the crown will be created in less than 30 minutes.
- Your dentist will place the Cerec crown on top of your tooth. It will be bonded using a special adhesive.
- Before you leave, you will be given some essential after-care instructions to make sure your tooth heals appropriately.
Getting a Crown in St Marys
Western Sydney Smiles is the best place to visit if you need a dental crown in the St Marys area and neighbouring suburbs like Werrington and Oxley Park. Our state-of-the-art facilities and highly skilled staff guarantee that every patient will have a safe and comfortable experience.
