At Dental Associates of North Smithfield, we’ve established a reputation for excellence by providing skilled, state-of-the-art care. We stay at the forefront of dental technology to offer our patients the highest quality care.

When You Need a Dental Crown

Despite dental enamel being the hardest substance in your body, your teeth remain vulnerable to cavities and trauma. While dental fillings repair decayed or damaged teeth, they aren’t always the best solution for rebuilding a strong, functional tooth. When too much tooth structure is compromised by decay, trauma, root canals, or grinding, a dental crown, or cap, provides a better way to restore the tooth's integrity, function, and appearance.

Advances in Dental Crowns

Thanks to advances in dental ceramics, crowns today don’t have to be metal based. We now offer all-ceramic crowns that are metal-free, durable, long-lasting, and as beautiful as natural teeth. Patient care and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we personalize every treatment plan to meet our patients’ oral healthcare needs and cosmetic expectations.

Why You May Need a Dental Crown

Successful outcomes depend on careful planning and attention to your smile goals. A dental crown is a full-coverage restoration that replicates a natural tooth's form and function. It’s often recommended for:

• Repairing a tooth with extensive damage due to decay or trauma

• Replacing large or broken fillings

• Restoring a dental implant

• Providing full coverage for abutment teeth in a dental bridge

• Strengthening and protecting a tooth after root canal therapy

• Improving the appearance of undersized, misaligned, or stained teeth

• Addressing bite discrepancies

Benefits of All-Ceramic Crowns

Out of all the materials available, metal-free crowns, also known as all-ceramic crowns, offer the most lifelike and biocompatible results. These crowns are fabricated from advanced, natural-looking materials and provide strength comparable to traditional metal crowns. Here’s why we recommend all-ceramic crowns:

• Natural Appearance: Mimic the translucency and luster of natural teeth

• Minimal Preparation: Require less reduction of the underlying tooth

• Lighter Weight: Lighter than crowns with a metal substructure

• Tissue Friendly: Kinder to surrounding soft tissues

• Stain Resistant: Resistant to staining and discoloration

• Metal-Free: Safe for individuals with metal allergies or sensitivities

• Seamless Look: No visible metal margin at the gumline

Types of Ceramic Crowns

Your new ceramic crown will blend seamlessly with your smile. We select the type of ceramic crown based on the tooth's location, stress factors, and aesthetic requirements. Popular choices include:

• Lithium Disilicate Porcelain Crowns

• Leucite Reinforced Pressable Porcelain Crowns

• Solid or Monolithic Zirconia

• High Translucent Zirconia

Why Choose Dental Associates of North Smithfield?

We strive to help every patient maintain optimal oral health and enjoy a smile that looks great and functions well. Our practice stays at the forefront of dental advances to offer effective and satisfying solutions. We understand the functional and aesthetic requirements of restoring smiles and provide skilled care that combines the art and science of dentistry.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact us today. We're here to provide the highest quality care for you and your family.