You might have had an exam and heard the dentist say that you might need a crown to restore or protect your teeth. Maybe you didn’t understand all the details why. To get an excellent education on oral health and answers to your questions on dental restoration, look no further than Dr. Jeffrey Johnson and Dr. Jodi Johnson’s family dental practice in St. Louis, MO.

Here are some reasons you might need a crown:

• Tooth protection after a root canal

A crown can protect the soft tissue inside the root of the tooth if it becomes inflamed or infected. This protection is critical as inflammation or infection can pervade the gum tissue.

• Restructure a damaged tooth

Dentition that is deeply split or cracked may sometimes need assistance in maintaining its structural integrity. This work strengthens to result in improved chewing and speaking while keeping the features of the face.

• Fortify a tooth’s strength

There are certain cases when the tooth is weak or worn down. A crown can lend some sturdiness, avoiding a broken tooth.

• Make your smile more uniform

Patients experiencing extensive decay in a tooth may require a crown to improve its aesthetics.

• Increase the durability of your teeth

With proper brushing, flossing, and avoidance of hard and sticky foods, your crown can last years. The cap will lessen the risk of redamaging the tooth and other challenges in the future.

• Getting a dental implant installed

Dental implants necessitate the use of crowns to replace the natural tooth. Implants, when installed properly function just like natural teeth.

We look forward to sharing more information with you concerning your dental health. Drs. Jeffrey and Jodi Johnson make professional oral care a priority at their dentistry practice in St. Louis, MO. To schedule an appointment, patients can reach us at (314) 427-7400.