When a tooth has a big filling, a crack or a root canal, it may need more than a patch. A crown covers the whole visible part of the tooth and holds it together.
Dr. Brittany Pierpont fits crowns for patients who live in Redington Beach and nearby. She will always tell you if a conservative repair can do the job instead.
The case for a crown
Large fillings can weaken the walls of a tooth over time. A crown shields those walls and spreads biting pressure evenly.
It also helps in cases of worn teeth, misshapen teeth and teeth that need a cover after a root canal.
Learn more: Dental Crowns at Pier Dental
Treating the nerve first when needed
If decay or infection has reached the pulp, root canal therapy cleans out the damage and seals the tooth. A crown then protects it from fracturing.
That sequence lets you keep your own tooth instead of replacing it.
Learn more: Root Canals at Pier Dental
Smaller repairs worth considering
An onlay is a custom restoration for a tooth with moderate damage. It covers a section of the chewing surface and leaves more natural tooth than a crown does.
We examine the tooth, then recommend the most conservative option that will last.
Learn more: Inlays and Onlays at Pier Dental
About Redington Beach
Redington Beach, with only 0.4 square miles of land, is a very small town, so a good dentist usually gets recommended by word of mouth.
We are about 5.4 miles away in a straight line. Your crown is created from a mold or scan, protected with a temporary in between and bonded at a second visit.
Wondering about a crown? Call Pier Dental at (727) 363-6169 and book an exam. We can go over CareCredit and our in-house savings plan in advance.
