Is Your Tooth Too Damaged For A Filling? A Crown Could Be The Solution
Some dental problems need more than a simple filling to fix. If a tooth is badly worn, cracked, or weakened, a porcelain crown can restore its strength and appearance while protecting it from further damage. At Parker & Pennington Dentistry, we craft high-quality, custom porcelain crowns designed to look and function like natural teeth—so you can smile, eat, and speak with confidence.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fully covers a damaged tooth, restoring its strength and appearance. It’s an ideal solution for a tooth that is too damaged for a filling but still strong enough to be saved. Crowns help protect and reinforce teeth in a variety of situations, including:
- Restoring a tooth after a large cavity
- Repairing a cracked or chipped tooth
- Strengthening a worn-down tooth
- Covering a discolored or misshapen tooth
- Protecting a tooth after a root canal
- Replacing a missing tooth as part of a dental implant
Porcelain crowns do more than restore function. They match the shape and color of your natural teeth, keeping your smile bright and natural looking.
Why Choose a Porcelain Crown
At Parker & Pennington Dentistry, we use high-quality porcelain crowns because they mimic natural teeth in strength and appearance. Our crowns are:
- Durable and long lasting: With proper care, a porcelain crown can protect your tooth for many years.
- Custom matched to your smile: We carefully design each crown to blend naturally with your other teeth.
- Metal free: Unlike older metal crowns, porcelain crowns don’t leave a dark line at the gumline.
We work closely with a top-tier dental lab to ensure our crowns fit comfortably and function just like a natural tooth.
What to Expect from the Crown Procedure
Getting a porcelain crown usually takes two visits.
- First Visit: We remove any decay or damaged structure and shape the tooth to ensure a secure fit. After taking impressions, we place a temporary crown to protect the tooth while the lab crafts the final restoration.
- Second Visit: We place the custom crown and carefully adjust it for a precise fit before bonding it securely to the tooth.
Once we complete the procedure, your crown will feel strong, comfortable, and natural.
Restore and Protect Your Smile Today
A damaged tooth doesn’t have to impact your comfort or confidence. A porcelain crown provides lasting protection while preserving the natural look of your smile. At Parker & Pennington Dentistry in Jacksonville Beach, FL, we create high-quality restorations that keep your teeth strong and healthy.
Contact our dental office today to schedule an appointment and find out if a dental crown is right for you.
