What Are Dental Crowns?
When a tooth becomes weakened from decay, injury, or repeated dental work, it can start to break down in ways that affect how you chew, speak, and feel day to day. In these cases, a filling often isn't enough to restore the tooth or protect it from further damage. A dental crown covers and reinforces the entire visible portion of the tooth, helping restore strength, stability, and function while improving the way your smile looks and feels. At Hearthstone Dentistry, we design custom crowns that match the size, color, and contours of your natural teeth. Whether you need to reinforce a molar or restore a tooth after a root canal, we offer crowns made of durable porcelain, which provides long-lasting strength and a natural appearance for your smile. The goal is to create a result that looks, feels, and functions like your tooth should. Learn more about the different types of dental crowns and whether this approach is right for you by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Monica Chau at our dental office in Houston, TX.
How Do Dental Crowns Work?
A dental crown procedure usually takes place over two appointments. First, we'll prepare the tooth by removing damaged or decayed areas and shaping it to support the crown. We then take digital impressions to ensure a precise fit and send those to a dental lab where your custom crown will be created. To protect your tooth while your permanent crown is being made, Dr. Chau will place a temporary crown. Once the final crown is ready, we'll check the fit, adjust the bite as needed, and cement it securely into place. If you're receiving a crown on a molar, we'll also ensure it can handle the force of chewing without affecting your comfort or bite alignment.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Crowns?
Because crowns are designed to fit your bite and match your natural teeth, they offer both strength and stability, allowing patients to smile with confidence. Some of the benefits of dental crowns include:
- Protects and strengthens a damaged or weakened tooth
- Restores shape and function after decay, fracture, or wear
- Offers a natural look, especially with porcelain dental crowns
- Helps preserve the underlying tooth and avoid extraction
- Supports a healthy bite and prevents surrounding teeth from shifting
- Custom-designed for durability, comfort, and a seamless fit
Hearthstone Dentistry Reviews
I absolutely loved the patient experience in the this office. I am new in the area and so l just did a goggle search and several dental offices pulled up. My spirit lead me to this office. From the moment l walked into the office l felt welcome. I had spoken with Tabitha earlier that morning to confirm my appointment and I recognized the voice when l walked in. She made sure my paperwork was completed and then introduced me to Pascha. She took all my X-rays and pictures of my teeth.. she was so gentle and kind, asking me if l was okay throughout the procedure. That is huge in my books because it showed she cared/cares. Dr. Chau and Pascha were amazing; they work so well together. They were engaging, as well as reassuring. They made me feel comfortable and safe in their care. Dr. Chau explained and reviewed all the X-rays and pictures. She stopped periodically to ask if I had questions. Dr. Chau and her crew on 10/24/2023 were phenomenal. I highly recommend you checking out Hearthstone Dentist . It’s full of joy.
Everyone is very pleasant. She has quite the uplifting and bubbly personality. Thorough in explaining what the procedure is and ask if I have any questions. Checks that you are doing ok while procedure is being done. Great dentist!
My first time at the dentist and this office made it such a joyful experience. The receptionist at the front desk was helpful and very kind. The dental assistant was patient and informative and the dentist was very thorough, answered all my questions and funny/witty. Great experience!
Very professional and courteous. Always professional, and always taking care of the patient.
I have been coming here for many years. The original dentist retired and I have been seeing Dr Chau since 2021 and she does an excellent job. She takes time to explain all she does and asked for me to ask any questions or concerns I have.
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A Natural-Looking Solution for Dental Decay
Thanks to dental crowns, even a badly damaged or decayed tooth may still be salvageable, allowing you to preserve as much of your natural smile as possible. At Hearthstone Dentistry in Houston, TX, we design custom crowns that fit comfortably, look natural, and stand up to daily use. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Chau to learn more about dental crown procedures and find out which type of crown makes the most sense for your smile.