Humble Tx Dentists: Understanding How Dental Crowns In Humble TX Are Placed -

Humble TX Dentists: Understanding How Dental Crowns In Humble TX Are Placed

Dental crowns in Humble TX are a type of cosmetic dental procedure but they are also used to protect any weakened teeth from getting any further damage. For instance, a broken or cracked tooth can break even more if it doesn’t get protected by a dental crown. In terms of aesthetics, dental crowns are used to cover up the appearance of discolored, broken or misshapen teeth.

Since a person’s smile is one of the very first things that people notice, you want it to look as good as possible. Dental crown placement is one of the options that you can consider if you want to fix the look of your smile. This procedure is usually done in 2 visits to your Dr. Gregory’s Humble TX dentist office.

Before you get crowns, you need to know whether or not you are a good candidate for getting one. If you have any type of periodontal disease, you need to know that crowns are not the answer you may be looking for because they won’t stop the disease from spreading. This is the reason why dentists don’t recommend dental crowns to patients who have periodontal disease without getting treatment for it first. In addition to that, dental crowns are also not advised for patients who are taking radiation therapies that are done on the head or neck area.

Dental crowns are designed to cover the tooth and the gum line. So, if the gums recede, the tooth root or part of it can be seen. A dental crown is made to have the same shape as a natural tooth and it can be matched to your teeth’s color so that it looks natural. Crowns can last for many years but they can gradually deteriorate as time goes by so you need to visit your dentist to get them fixed or redone if a problem presents itself.

Before the crowns can be put in place, your dentist first needs to prepare your tooth to receive it. If your tooth has been decayed to a huge extent, your dentist might recommend that you get a root canal first before you get your crown placed. A root canal is necessary in order to prevent the tooth from hurting after the crown has been placed. However, a root canal isn’t necessary for all patients. If needed, your dentist may file down your tooth before putting the crown in place in order to ensure a proper and secure fit. An impression of your teeth is done at the start of the procedure and will be sent to the laboratory so that your crown can be designed to fit properly. After you get your crown installed, you shouldn’t feel any type of pain or discomfort. Plus, you will be able to talk and chew without any difficulty just like your normal teeth.

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Dr. Holly J. Gregory practices a full scope of periodontics with expertise ranging from dental implants to laser periodontal treatments, gum grafting, and Dr. Gregory can correct a wide variety of periodontal (gum) disease.
Our office is located at 19502 McKay Blvd., Suite 202, Humble, TX 77338. Call us today at (281) 446-9157.

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Billy – New Family Dentistry Patient

How do you describe something that is so superior to anyone else that you have ever experienced. There are no words to describe the skill of Dr. Bollman. She is the best!! I will leave it at that…

New Teeth In Just One Day

From the time I walked in, I noticed a huge difference in the way I was treated here. Dr Gregory and her staff took the time to fully explain my entire procedure and covered all the options available to me. Every pro, every con was explained in detail allowing me to make…

From a Patient Who Had Laser Gum Treatment

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Gregory for the past 6 months and it has been a very pleasant experience. She and her staff are wonderful and have made me feel very comfortable. They are always very upbeat! Dr. Gregory did an excellent job of explaining the procedure…

From a Patient Who Had Gummy Smile Reduction

I was happy to find Dr. Gregory after a previous bad experience. I was very nervous and she put me at ease about the procedure and made a follow-up call that evening to be sure all was well. I will feel very comfortable recommending her to all my friends…

From a patient who had gingival (gum) grafting to cover exposed roots

During the past several years I have had several lengthy procedures (with other doctors) and what seemed like a scary endeavor turned out to be so much better than anticipated (with Dr. Gregory). My overall experiences have been positive and I have felt that I was…

From a patient who had dental implants placed to replace a tooth-supported bridge

I am a dental implant patient. I went through the procedure with great education on the process. I was leery at first. My fixed bridge of 25+ years broke and the recommendation was to receive implants instead of a bridge, which they did not have 25 years ago…

From a patient who had an All-on-4 implant bridge procedure to replace all lower teeth instead of conventional denture fabrication

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From a patient who had gingival (gum) grafts performed to cover exposed roots

My experience with Dr. Gregory and her office and staff have been nothing but wonderful. Everyone is thoughtful, caring and professional. Dr. Gregory takes the time to discuss what she feels needs to be done, the procedure and what to expect afterwards…

From a patient who had laser periodontal treatment (LANAP)

I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate Dr. Gregory and her staff. My experiences when visiting her office have been so positive and I feel so encouraged. Normally one feels fear, especially when diagnosed with a gum disease…