CROWNS

When a tooth is fractured, has a large, old filling, or is severely damaged by decay, your dentist may recommend the placement of a crown, or cap. Crowns strengthen and protect the remaining tooth structure and can improve the appearance of your smile. Types of crowns include the full porcelain crown, the porcelain-fused-to-metal crown and the all-metal crown.

Fitting a crown requires at least two visits to the dentist's office. Initially, the dentist:

	Step 1 Removes decay and shapes the tooth.
	Step 2 Makes an impression.
	Step 3 Makes and fits a temporary or transitional crown of plastic or metal.
	Step 4 In a subsequent visit, the dentist removes the temporary crown, fits and adjusts the final crown. Cements the crown into place.

25211 Grogan's Mill Road
Suite 290
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 367-0641