Restoring the Strength and Function of Your Teeth
Dental Crowns
If you have a chipped, cracked, or damaged tooth, a dental crown is a great option to consider. Dental crowns are a functional cap that is molded to fit your tooth perfectly and color matched to be nearly unnoticeable. This will protect your tooth from further damage, restore its functionality, and leave your smile looking great.
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What to Expect
Dental Crown Procedure
A dental crown or cap is used to help shape a tooth and provide a long lasting solution to an extensively damaged tooth. These are not simple fillings and typically require more prep work on the tooth to remove decay or chipped parts of the teeth. Crowns typically last much longer than fillings and can be a more permanent solution.
The entire procedure is planned out digitally using a high-tech 3D scanning device called iTero. A temporary acrylic crown is placed on the tooth while our dental laboratory uses cad-cam technology to mill and customize the crown for you in terms of appearance. At your follow up visit, the temporary crown is removed, and the permanent crown is verified for fit, and then permanently cemented.
Dental Crowns vs. Fillings: What’s the Difference?
A dental crown is different from a filling in few ways. You can expect a dental crown to cover a larger surface area of the tooth, while a filling is primarily used for smaller applications like your standard cavity. As a patient, you might not notice a major difference while you’re receiving care. Both dental crowns and fillings are minimally invasive options done under local anesthetic intended to care for a tooth and provide good protection against further damage or decay.
Crowns
- Purpose: Covers the entire tooth to restore shape, strength, and appearance.
- Coverage: Encloses the entire visible portion of the tooth.
- Material: Made from porcelain, ceramic, metal, or a combination of materials.
- Procedure: Requires multiple visits—one for preparation and impressions, another for placement.
- Tooth Preparation: Requires significant reshaping of the tooth.
- Durability: More durable, lasting 10-15+ years.
- Cost: More expensive due to material and complexity.
- Application: Used for severely damaged, cracked, or weakened teeth.
Fillings
- Purpose: Fills a cavity or minor damage to restore function.
- Coverage: Only fills the affected portion of the tooth.
- Material: Typically made of composite resin, amalgam, gold, or ceramic.
- Procedure: Usually completed in a single visit.
- Tooth Preparation: Involves minimal drilling to remove decay.
- Durability: Less durable, lasting 5-10 years depending on material.
- Cost: More affordable, with cost varying by material used.
- Application: Used for small cavities and minor decay.
When to Visit Our Team at Buffalo Dental
We recommend that you visit your local dental office two times per year to keep your teeth healthy and clean. Tooth decay and damage can be prevented by regular care, good brushing, regular flossing, and healthy eating habits.
Accidents happen and life can sometimes get busy, making it difficult to get to the dentist. If you suspect that you have a cavity or a recently chipped tooth, be sure to make an appointment. Waiting any amount of time will only leave the chance for things to get worse and cause further damage to your teeth.
Our Root Canal Experts
Peter R. Lynch
D.D.S. – Family Dentistry & Orthodontics
Dr. Lynch is a graduate of the University of Minnesota’s School of Dentistry, and he is a member of the Minnesota Board of Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the International Academy of Orthodontics (IAO).
After receiving his doctorate degree, he completed advanced education in orthodontics through the IAO and The American Orthodontics Society (AOS).
When he isn’t serving the Buffalo community at work, he enjoys hunting, fishing and staying active outdoors.
Joseph J. Kuzma
D.D.S. – Family Dentistry
Dr. Kuzma is a graduate of the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, and is a member of the American Dental Association. He completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AGED) through the U.S. Navy.
He served in the Navy as a dentist for three years before joining Buffalo Dental Group in 2008.
Some of his hobbies include fishing and hunting, and he is an avid fan of the Minnesota Vikings.
Chase R. Liska
D.M.D. – Family Dentistry
Dr. Chase Liska joined Buffalo Dental Group in 2020. He attended Lake Erie College of Medicine dental school in Bradenton, FL.
Dr. Liska continues to stay up to date with new technology and trends in dentistry through continuing education and recently has received training in Sleep Apnea and dental appliances in treating this condition.
He enjoys spending time with his wife and his two sons, being up north at the cabin, and is an avid Minnesota sports fan. He grew up in Buffalo and enjoys working within the community he was raised.
Hear from Our Recent Clients
Had a chipped front tooth the day before our spring trip! They were able to get me in the next morning and did a fabulous job! Thank you very very much!
Ryan
Buffalo Dental Group is so wonderful. They deserve a five-star rating. Thanks to you all for being so kind.
Jean
I have been using Buffalo Dental Group for 20+ years and have always had an outstanding experience.
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