Giving you the royal treatment with durable, dazzling, and “do-it-all” dental crowns
Wes Park Family Dentistry really “does it all” with a complete range of dental care services for grandparents, grandkids, and everyone in between. Crowns are a lot like this – they, too, are capable of doing it all. And when in the hands of our talented dentist in Perry, Georgia, Dr. Bryce Westmoreland, you’ll get the royal treatment with your crown. Your new and improved tooth will look naturally attractive and hold up well for many years, as long as you also treat it with good care, just like you do your other teeth.
What is a dental crown, exactly?
Crowns are a staple of many dental offices today. They are a type of restoration designed to strengthen a tooth, improve its shape, or even rebuild the entire tooth from the root upwards with an implant or as part of a dental bridge. They truly are the multi-talented wonders of the dental world.
How are crowns placed?
These restorations are secured to the existing teeth. Unlike more conservative restorations, like fillings, they entirely encase the portion of your tooth above the gum line. The crown effectively becomes the outermost part of your tooth, rebuilding the natural crown. This process is akin to how a thimble might fit on top of a finger or how a helmet might fit on top of your head. The crown strengthens a tooth weakened by decay or other trauma or a very misshapen or worn tooth, thereby protecting it from further damage.
What materials may be used?
Dentists have never had so many different materials to choose from to make your new crown. These options range from ceramics like porcelain to metals such as gold. Some crowns are a blend of both ceramics and metals, with a metal core and a ceramic covering to blend in with the smile. Porcelain is increasingly preferred because it is both highly durable and mimics the aesthetic properties of natural enamel, down to how it reflects light. So, it gets very good cosmetic results. Of course, we will ensure you are well-informed of all your options. That way, you can be comfortable and confident in your decision-making.
How does a crown replace teeth?
Crowns are used in tooth replacement in two ways: as dental bridges and with dental implants. The crown is placed on top of two anchor teeth to hold a dental bridge/prosthetic tooth in place. Likewise, a crown may be used to restore a dental implant secured in the jawbone. The implant functions as a tooth root to stabilize the crown that is later attached to it, making it an attractive way for individuals to replace a single tooth or more than a few teeth in a dental implant-retained bridge.
Why choose Wes Park Family Dentistry?
You know you are in good hands with our team in Perry, GA. It is not enough for us to provide complete services or even advanced treatments. We must be exceptional in all that we do. We provide unhurried, truly personalized, compassionate, and nonjudgmental service. Experience it for yourself now by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Westmoreland. Call us at (478) 488-3561 today.
Bryce Westmoreland, DMD
Dr. Bryce Westmoreland earned his BSA in Biological Science with Honors from the University of Georgia and completed his DMD at the Dental College of Georgia, where he also served as Chief Resident during his General Practice Residency. He specializes in implant placement surgeries and restorations and has furthered his expertise through the AAID MAXI course. He and his team are known for their friendly, gentle, and empathetic care, creating a welcoming atmosphere where patients receive the highest quality treatments.
He is a member of the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.