The Two Best Ways to Fix for Chipped, Cracked or Damaged Teeth

If you need to repair damaged teeth it is important to know that you have many cosmetic dentistry options. In addition to other options, including dental bonding, you can get porcelain veneers or a dental crown, either will effectively repair teeth that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in other ways. It is important to learn more about both of these methods before choosing which is right for you. 

Porcelain Veneers

A porcelain veneer is like a curtain for your tooth. It is a thin porcelain shell that is adhered to the front of your tooth. If your tooth is damaged, cracked, chipped, broken, stained, or gapped you can use a porcelain veneer to fix it. 

To get a porcelain veneer placed the dentist must first treat an underlying dental problem. For instance, cavities must be filled and gum disease treated. Then, the dentist will buff away part of your natural tooth and take a mold to make your permanent veneer. You will wear a temporary veneer until your custom veneer is made. The custom veneer is fitted and affixed to your tooth with dental cement. 

Dental Crowns

Once you tooth is damaged even after the damage is treated you will either want to or need to repair the damaged tooth. One way to repair damaged teeth is by having a dental crown placed. A dental crown protects the natural tooth from further damage and makes your smile more cosmetically appealing. 

Before your dental crown is placed your dentist will do a root canal or fill the tooth if necessary. Then, they will shape the tooth and take a mold so they can make the permanent dental crown. You will wear a temporary dental crown until the custom dental crown is made. When the custom dental crown is made it will be fitted to your natural tooth with dental cement.