Dental crowns are used as a type of dental restoration to help protect at-risk and damaged teeth. There are a lot of reasons why the dentist may decide a crown is in the best interest of a patient. You will be able to learn more about dental crowns when you read this brief guide on them. This can help you to see why it may be a good idea to have the dentist put a crown on one or more of your teeth. It can also help you to know more about what to expect and some of the advantages that can come with having a crown put on.  

Why a crown may be a good idea

You may have a large cavity in a tooth that's beyond the point where a filling can be used. You might have a broken tooth that's also unable to be helped with a filling. A tooth may have a large fracture in it, and it is at risk of breaking. These are some of the times when your dentist may suggest a crown for you. The crown can go over your existing tooth. This will help to protect the tooth from further damage.

Some benefits of getting a crown

Affordability - When it comes to having a tooth fixed, there can be some options that tend to be very expensive. Then, there are others that can be more on the affordable side of things. In general, crowns are considered to be one of the more affordable options in many cases. 

Aesthetics - A crown can be custom-made to match the shape, color, and shade of the rest of your teeth. If you have a tooth with visible damage, then once the crown is put in, that damage will look like it's gone. There are some other options you can go with if you would prefer something a little different. For example, you can go with a silver or a gold crown. Also, you may have the option of getting a crown that has a tattoo on it.  

Strength - If you have a damaged tooth, then you may be worried every time you bite into something that's a bit on the hard side. You won't want to do anything that can cause more damage to that tooth. This can be stressful and affect the way you eat. When you get a crown, it will give you a strong replacement tooth, so you can go back to eating the way you always have. Keep in mind that it's never a good idea to eat very hard things, or use your teeth for things like opening packages. However, the crown will allow you to eat a regular diet without worrying.