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At Nicole E Pagonis DDS our primary goal is to help you enjoy a lifetime of good oral health. But even with excellent preventive care, you might still find yourself in a position of needing a tooth repaired or replaced. When this happens, you can count on Dr. Nicole Pagonis to provide top-quality restorations that look beautiful and last for many years to come.
Dental crowns are durable. Dental crowns are beautiful. And sometimes they are a necessity. Here are a few common reasons for choosing dental crowns in Los Gatos.
Without dental crowns, damaged or weak teeth would crumble or require extraction. Dental crowns offer your teeth a real second chance.
Chips, cracks, and enamel discoloration destroy aesthetics, but dental crowns conceal these imperfections and give you a whole new reason to smile.
Short and worn teeth mean your bite force is uneven, putting you at risk for tooth fractures and jaw joint issues. Dental crowns lengthen short teeth.
Dental crowns can repair a damaged tooth and are made to blend in seamlessly with the rest of your teeth. Common reasons for needing a dental crown include:
We also use dental crowns for cosmetic reasons, such as if a tooth is stained or damaged. We can change the appearance of a tooth using a dental crown.
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When there are empty spaces left behind by missing teeth next to each other, a dental bridge is one option for replacement. A dental bridge is an oral appliance that will be attached to two dental crowns placed on the healthy teeth on either side of the gap where teeth are missing.
Dental bridges today look completely natural, and Dr. Pagonis will work with our lab to create a prosthetic tooth or teeth that blends in beautifully with your smile. They are highly functional, so you’ll be able to chew comfortably again.
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The lifetime of dental crowns depends on different factors, such as:
Some crowns can last a lifetime, and others may crack or require periodic replacement, especially if you grind your teeth, smoke, or eat hard candies or sticky foods. Generally speaking, dental crowns can last anywhere between 10 and 30 years, depending on how you care for them.
Dental crowns are just like natural teeth, and they should be cared for as such. To ensure your dental crown lasts for many years, we recommend the following:
Like with any dental restoration, the better you care for your crowns, the longer they will last. For more specific tips for lengthening the lifespan of your dental crown, Dr. Pagonis can help.
All of our dental crowns are customized to fit your unique smile and oral health needs, so you can have the smile you have always wanted. If you would like to restore or enhance your smile with high-quality dental crowns in Los Gatos, CA, give our dental office a call.
We look forward to helping you enhance your smile!
Have you considered dental implants or dental bridges in Los Gatos, CA?
Tooth loss can have a devastating impact on your self-esteem, making it difficult to laugh and smile with confidence. But did you also know that tooth loss can lead to oral health complications?
The oral health complications associated with tooth loss include tooth migration—teeth shifting toward smile gaps—which throws off your bite. A misaligned bite may lead to tooth wear, fractures, and even future cavities.
Missing teeth also influence jawbone health. Without the stimulation of tooth roots, the bone shrinks. This leaves you with a hollow or sunken appearance around the lower face.
Fortunately, we offer tooth replacement in our dental office, including dental implants and dental bridges.
A dental bridge is a restorative tooth housed between dental crowns. The crowns cover the tooth to the left and right of your smile gap, while the restorative tooth fills the space. This is a fixed restoration, and it requires a few additional oral care steps, including a floss threader.
A dental implant in Los Gatos, CA is a replacement root that may stimulate your jawbone to prevent deterioration. After the implant integrates with the jawbone, we top it with a quality dental crown. A dental implant is a fixed restoration, and it does not require additional oral care steps.
The key differences between the bridge and dental implant are cost, longevity, and functionality. The bridge is often less expensive, but the dental implant may last longer and function more like a natural tooth.
You can learn more about tooth replacement at your consultation. Call our dental office today to schedule.
Many people often wonder what the difference is between dental bridges and crowns. These two prosthetics serve different purposes, but they often work together to create a seamless and beautiful smile.
We offer dental crowns and dental bridges in Los Gatos, CA, to patients who want to revive and restore their oral health.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers a natural tooth for protection and stability. Dental crowns can be made of different materials, including porcelain, zirconia, gold, and more. A crown can do the following:
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth located right next to each other. With a dental bridge, patients can restore their smile and have a complete set of functional and attractive teeth.
A dental bridge also relies on dental crowns to secure the appliance in place, and the crowns cover a natural tooth on both sides of the gap.
Do you need dental bridges or dental crowns in Los Gatos, CA? Please contact our dental office today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Pagonis.
Root canal therapy is a common treatment to treat decay under a dental crown. However, treatment may vary based on the patient, extent of decay, and location and type of crown.
If you notice any changes in the fit of your current dental crown or if your tooth feels sensitive, please contact your dentist for assistance. We can provide you with the prompt care you need to restore your tooth and relieve discomfort.
Decay can lurk beneath your crown, even if you practice good oral hygiene. Sometimes, plaque and food can become lodged between the tooth and crown, leading to a cavity.
If you notice any of the following signs, call your dentist so we can prevent further damage or infection of the tooth:
Untreated tooth decay can seriously damage or infect the tooth and even spread to other parts of the body.
Dr. Nicole Pagonis is a highly skilled and experienced dentist who can properly diagnose and treat your problem. If you need a high-quality dental crown in Saratoga or have issues with an existing dental crown, please don’t hesitate to call us!
The timeframe for getting a dental crown varies based on your specific situation. For example, crowning a tooth following trauma or treatment may take two appointments or up to two weeks. Crowning a tooth to secure a dental bridge or cap an implant has a different timeframe.
However, your Las Gatos, CA dentist provides a more specific timetable based on your unique case.
Crowns have several essential uses across dentistry, from saving teeth to concealing flaws. They also play a role in tooth replacement.
Our dental office relies on trusted labs that share our patient-centered focus when providing you with a dental crown. This means using the finest materials and focusing on fit and function. As a result, your dental crown is always custom crafted to look identical to your untreated teeth.
Do you have a damaged or broken tooth? Are you dealing with a crown that feels loose? We can help. To arrange a visit with the dentist, call us today.
It can be tempting to put off needed dental treatment—particularly if your damaged or missing tooth is in the back of your mouth, where it might not be immediately visible. But it’s best to get teeth repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
If you’ve got a tooth with a fracture, you run the risk of exposing yourself to bacteria that can seep through the crack. When this settles into your tooth root, you might get an infection and find yourself needing a root canal. Chances are, you’ll end up getting a dental crown after having the root canal.
When you don't replace missing teeth, your remaining teeth tend to shift to fill in the empty space. This throws off the balance of your bite and can cause undue wear on your remaining teeth. It can also lead to the loss of more teeth. A dental bridge will keep your teeth from moving. We can also talk to you about other tooth replacement options, including dental implants.
Dental crowns are versatile and indispensable dental prosthetics that are used to restore the shape, size, strength, and appearance of damaged teeth or serve as long-term tooth replacements atop dental implants. Crafted from various materials like porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys, or some combination thereof, dental crowns encase (or replace) ...
If you have a tooth that is severely decayed, broken, or damaged past what a dental filling can repair, your Los Gatos dentist may recommend a crown. A crown is ideal for covering a damaged tooth with a durable, reliable, and aesthetic solution for your smile.
Dental crowns are a highly effective way to repair a damaged or injured tooth and can significantly benefit your oral health. A dental crown can make the difference between saving a natural tooth and losing or extracting a tooth. Dr. Nicole Pagonis is a Los Gatos, CA dentist ...
Don’t let damaged or missing teeth impact your smile and put your healthy teeth at risk. Call our dental office to talk to us about tooth crowns and dental bridges.
We look forward to restoring your smile!
Having an impression made is not a very pleasant process, but with digital impressions, you can often avoid the goopy substance used in traditional impressions. When Dr. Pagonis makes digital impressions for patients, they are more accurate and much more comfortable.
