Restorative dentistry isn’t the same as cosmetic dentistry, yet there are ways that the two overlap. When you have something like a deep, terrible cavity which isn’t treated, you may very well end up with a visible issue when you smile or laugh. Fixing your tooth decay can lead to a whole new issue of an aesthetic nature if you opt for a gold or silver crown. However, stick with porcelain (a common cosmetic procedure) and you can achieve cosmetic results when you restore a damaged tooth. After all, they are called “pearly whites” for a reason.
Importance of Crowns
Crowning your teeth might not be the same as crowning royalty, but in your personal world, the dental crown is probably much more important than the crown atop a king or queen’s head. When you have damage or decay which exposes your dental roots, you are in a dangerous place. The most important inner workings of your smile are in severe danger of infection which can go as deep as into your jaw. The deeper and more serious decay becomes, the higher chance there is that you lose your tooth entirely, and require multiple invasive procedures. That’s why Dr. Engelberg likes to fix problems as early as possible, removing all infection and germs from the tooth and sealing the area off with a beautiful crown.
Blending In
Dental crown placement is a fairly common restoration procedure. The reason we choose to offer patients white (or, more accurately tooth-colored) materials is that our patients don’t want to worry about their dental work being obvious and distracting. Controlling the tint and shape of your crown hasn’t always been an option, but since it is now, why not take advantage of it. We can create a seamless appearance that blends in with the rest of your natural smile by relying on high-quality materials and the expertise of a qualified and talented ceramist. The whole purpose of a dental crown is to restore your teeth to healthy function, and Dr. Engelberg won’t rest until you feel comfortable and happy with the finished product.
Visit your Rolling Meadows Cosmetic Dentist
You can reach our 60008 dentist office at 847-259-8030. We are happy to serve patients in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, Northwest Chicago Suburbs, and Northern Chicago Suburbs.
