Sometimes, a tooth is too damaged to be repaired through a simple filling. A dental crown can be a good option in many of these cases. Below, find a case study of one of our recent success stories — and learn how dental crowns rescued her teeth and turned her smile into something she never wants to hide!
Case Study: Dental Crowns
Bruxism is the official name for nighttime teeth grinding and jaw clenching. It is a destructive habit which, if not treated, leads to worn down or even broken teeth. One of our clients (whom we will call Cheryl) knows well how destructive bruxism can be. Her front teeth were almost completely worn down due to her nighttime teeth grinding — and, once the wear and tear were too bad to ignore, she sought our help.
A dental crown is a customized restoration which can restore the form and function of a severely damaged tooth, and it is usually the ideal solution for patients who have suffered problems due to nighttime teeth grinding and jaw clenching. That meant crowns were perfect for Cheryl!
To begin the treatment, Dr. Voller examined her teeth, talked to Cheryl to understand her smile goals, and then put together a plan to help her achieve results she could really love. All-porcelain crowns were customized to match the precise color that suited Cheryl best. It took less than a month to complete the case, and the results were really beautiful — which you can see in the photo featured above. And today, Cheryl loves showing off her smile! She now wears a nightguard while she sleeps to protect her new crowns from sustaining damage from her nighttime teeth grinding.
Do You Have Dental Wear and Tear?
Dental crowns are a wonderful solution for many patients with dental decay or damage that a simple filling can’t fix. As a conservative dentist, Dr. Voller wants to help you preserve your natural teeth for as long as possible — and dental crowns help make this goal possible. If you are dealing with wear and tear related to nighttime teeth grinding and jaw clenching or have sustained any other type of dental damage, don’t wait to get started on your smile transformation. Even if dental crowns are not the right solution, your dentist can help you achieve the smile of your dreams with other cosmetic and restorative solutions.
Meet Dr. Ray Voller
Dr. Ray Voller is a trusted restorative dentist serving Kittanning and Pittsburgh with exceptional dental care. He is an active member of a number of professional organizations and frequently engages in continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in general, preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Cheryl’s is just one of many stories of patients who have had their smiles transformed at Voller Dentistry. To book a consultation of your own, you are invited to contact your dentist in Fox Chapel by phone at (412) 406-8100.