Teeth that are cracked, ground down or full of old fillings often need a crown. Dr. Pierpont makes them for Gibsonton patients using a digital TRIOS scan in place of a mouthful of putty.
A crown is not always the answer. When a smaller repair would last, she will propose it.
Why crowns follow root canals
After the nerve is removed, the tooth gets drier and can crack more easily. A crown shields what remains.
We outline both procedures before starting, so the second step is no surprise.
Learn more: Root Canals at Pier Dental
Cracks that are getting worse
A hairline crack that grows can split a tooth. Catch it early and a crown may hold it together.
Wait too long and the tooth might not be savable.
Learn more: Cracked or Fractured Teeth at Pier Dental
Onlays for mid-size damage
If a tooth has lost a cusp but still has plenty of structure, an onlay can restore it. You keep more of your own tooth.
We compare onlay and crown honestly.
Learn more: Inlays and Onlays at Pier Dental
About Gibsonton
Gibsonton sits at the mouth of the Alafia River, where James Gibson Sr. Homesteaded in 1884. A school was built there four years later.
A crown takes two visits. Our St. Pete Beach office is roughly 24 miles from Gibsonton in a straight line, with a longer drive, so we schedule the pair thoughtfully and offer free second opinions.
Call (727) 363-6169 if a tooth feels weak. If it hurts, ask for a same-day emergency visit.
