How to Get Dental Caps
Many different problems can occur with your teeth to cause you to seek out treatment from a dentist. Problems that are related to a specific tooth may be the result of tooth decay. If the decay is limited to your tooth and does not extend into the root, your dentist may opt to fill it or place a dental cap over the tooth. While it may sound scary, getting dental caps is an easy and often pain-free procedure. Read on to learn how to get dental caps.
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First it is important that you talk about dental caps with your dentist. Often when you have tooth decay that only affects your actual tooth and not the root you have a variety of options. For example, rather than getting dental caps you could instead simply have the cavity filled. However, you may find that a dental cap will protect your tooth better for a longer period of time. The pros and cons are something you should discuss beforehand.
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If you do decide to get dental caps over one or more of your teeth, the procedure will require two appointments with your dentist. Most dental offices will allow you to schedule them at the same time to ensure that your second appointment occurs within approximately two weeks after the first appointment.
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During the first appointment the dentist will take a mold of your tooth. This mold will be sent to a special lab that makes dental caps, and they will use your mold to make the cap specific to your tooth shape and size. Depending upon the exact reason for getting a dental cap, the dentist may need to prepare your tooth and place a temporary cap on it. For example, tooth decay may require a filling to be put in place to prevent further decay once the cap has been put on, whereas a chipped tooth may need filed down to reduce its jagged edges.
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The second appointment will involved placement of your permanent dental cap. The dentist will take the time to ensure that the dental cap fits perfectly in your mouth over your tooth. This will involve making sure your bite is still correct while also ensuring you can still floss between the dental cap and the teeth around it. Once he or she has made sure it fits correctly they will cement it in place.
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Tips & Warnings
Dental caps are not used only when you have a root canal. They can also be put in place for an improper bite, a chipped tooth, aging teeth or even someone that grinds their teeth together.
<br>Dental caps are also commonly referred to as crowns.
