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Rebuild Your Smile and Confidence with Natural-looking Dental Crowns
Do you have a damaged tooth that seems broken beyond repair? Or perhaps your tooth is missing altogether? While it may seem like your smile will never be whole again, that is not the case.
Stoneycreek Village Dental in Fort McMurray, Alberta, offers dental crown services, offering a neat and complete restoration for damaged teeth. With natural-looking porcelain teeth caps, Drs. Yohannes Melkie, Ji Won Choi, and Cristina Rodrigo not only restore your tooth but also cosmetically improve it to look like your natural teeth, if not better!
When is a dental crown appropriate?
Do you have a damaged or decayed tooth that is letting down the rest of your smile? We can restore it to full function and form with a dental crown. A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that offers a beautiful cover, fitting snugly over the afflicted tooth.
Dental crowns may be tiny, but they have numerous uses in dentistry. Some reasons you may need a dental crown include:
- To cover a dental implant
- To secure a dental bridge
- To repair and strengthen broken teeth
- To protect a tooth after a root canal
- To cosmetically improve a discoloured or misshapen tooth
Our porcelain dental crowns are custom-fitted to fit the specific dimensions of your tooth for a comfortable and natural-looking appearance. Once we crown your tooth, it will look and feel natural, like your own teeth.
The dental crown treatment procedure
Restoring your smile with a dental crown involves at least two appointments. During the first consultation, we’ll use digital X-rays to ensure the internal structure of the afflicted tooth is intact and no infection is present. Once we inspect your tooth, the next step is to prepare your tooth for crown placement.
After anesthetizing your gums, we’ll remove a layer of the tooth enamel to accommodate your crown but leave a strong core. Next, we take digital impressions of your tooth and send the images to our partner lab to create your bespoke crown.
Since your crown takes a few days to complete, we’ll restore your prepped tooth temporarily until the final restoration is created. When your crown is ready, you’ll return to our office, and we’ll remove the temporary one and try the fit of the new one. We’ll make a few adjustments to ensure your crown looks and fits naturally before cementing it on your tooth using strong dental adhesive.
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New Patients: (780) 666-7327 | Existing Patients: (780) 750-3030
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How to make your dental crown last
Provided you take optimal care of your porcelain crown, you can trust it to last 10-plus years. Although a dental crown can’t develop tooth decay, the tooth underneath can, and the surrounding gums are susceptible to gum disease.
Take care of your crown by observing the tips below.
- Floss at least once daily
- Brush twice daily
- Visit your dentist every six months for a dental exam and cleaning
- Don’t use your teeth to open packages or bite on hard substances
- Wear a mouthguard if you chronically grind your teeth
Porcelain dental caps near me
If you want to find out whether a dental crown is suitable for your smile, simply pick up your phone and dial (780) 666-7327 to schedule a consultation with Stoneycreek Village Dental.
A dental crown may be just the thing you need to help your smile shine!
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Dr. Yohannes Melkie
Dr. Yohannes Melkie obtained his Biomedical Science Degree from the University of Ottawa and his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Western Ontario. He then moved to Fort Mac, where he has been practicing since. Continuous education is very important to him; he attends conferences and training sessions to stay current and provide his patients with the best quality treatment.
Dr. Melkie enjoys collaborating with patients to ensure their oral health is in good hands.
Dr. Cristina Rodrigo
Dr. Cristina Rodrigo is renowned for her expertise and compassionate approach to dental care. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science from Toronto Metropolitan University, where she was awarded the Gold Medal, and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Toronto. As the founder and President of Women in Dentistry at UofT, Dr. Rodrigo showcased her leadership skills. Her experience spans Northern Ontario and Fort McMurray, where she is appreciated for her calm demeanour and ability to alleviate dental anxiety, offering comprehensive care with empathy and trust.
Dr. Ji Won Choi
Dr. Ji Won Choi is a highly skilled and compassionate dentist with a rich international background. Born and raised in South Korea, she pursued her Bachelor of Science degree before moving to Canada. She earned a Master of Science from McGill University and a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of British Columbia in 2013. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Choi is dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care in Fort McMurray. She is committed to continuous learning.