How can we help you?
At the Vinton, VA dental office of Dr. Zachary Law, we strive to keep our patients educated and informed about the importance of proper oral health habits. We've found that patients who are well-informed and feel confident in their knowledge about their oral health have better outcomes, and we know that you want the best results possible from your dental care.
Your questions are important to us, and no question is ever too small. We are happy to answer your questions about our practice, the services we provide, your home-care routine, or dentistry in general.
We will take the time to explain the benefits of our services to help you make appropriate decisions about your oral health care. For your convenience, we've listed a few of the questions we hear most often from our patients, but please don't hesitate to contact our office at (540) 342-4945 if your question isn't listed here or you would like more information. A helpful member of our team will be happy to help you get the answers you need.
We are here to help, and we look forward to hearing from you!
Dental Crowns
In the majority of cases, a dental crown can be placed in just two visits. But it may be necessary for another follow-up visit to our Vinton dental office just to be sure the crown fits perfectly.
Once Dr. Law determines that a crown is the best solution for your needs, he will prepare your tooth as needed. Next, we take highly accurate impressions of your teeth. These will be used to create a mold that is then sent to our dental lab so that we can create a custom-fit, permanent crown. Before you leave our office, we will fit you with a temporary crown to protect your tooth while your new crown is made.
It usually takes about two weeks for a dental crown to be created, and once we receive the permanent restoration back from the lab, we will arrange another appointment. During this appointment, Dr. Law will carefully adjust the crown for proper fit and to make sure that your dental bite is in perfect alignment. Finally, the crown will be cemented in place using a strong and durable dental adhesive.
After you live with your new crown for a few days, you may feel that it is hitting too high or too low when you bite down. Simply return to our Vinton dental office, and Dr. Law will make any further adjustments necessary until your bite is perfect.
Dental crowns play an important part in restoring a tooth and making it completely functional. A tooth may become weakened for a number of reasons, and a dental crown is designed to strengthen and protect the tooth. At our Vinton dental office, we believe in preserving teeth whenever possible, and dental crowns allow us to do just that.
It’s important for all your teeth to function properly, because a damaged tooth can lead to problems like difficulty with speaking and chewing properly. If the tooth is not protected, the damage will become worse and the tooth may eventually be lost.
Many crowns used today are made of porcelain, which is a perfect material because it looks just like your natural teeth. Crowns made of porcelain are also very durable and, with proper care, can last for many years.
Dental crowns are often used to support dental bridges or strengthen a tooth after a root canal treatment. Because crowns completely cover your natural tooth, they can also be used to restore the appearance of your teeth if you have cosmetic problems like severe staining and chipped or broken teeth.
If you’re not sure a crown will solve your problem, please contact our Vinton dental office, and we’ll be happy to schedule an appointment so we can talk to you about your options.
Will people notice my new crown?
You don’t have to worry about people noticing a dental restoration like a crown. Dental materials and methods have changed significantly over the years, allowing us to create restorations that blend perfectly with your own teeth. At our Vinton dental office, we use only the most up-to-date materials available.
Dr. Law is an expert at placing dental restorations that look natural and beautiful. The materials we use to create dental crowns have very similar qualities to your own tooth enamel. They never have a flat appearance – they actually reflect light just like your teeth. This means that they are not obvious and look just like surrounding teeth.
After Dr. Law prepares your tooth for a dental crown, he takes very accurate impressions, which will be used to produce your permanent crown. After the finished crown comes back from our dental lab, Dr. Law will make any adjustments necessary to make sure that it sits perfectly on your teeth.
Dental crowns are a very important and effective restoration that returns your tooth to full function, allowing you to eat and chew normally. At our Vinton dental office, our goal is to provide results that meet and exceed your expectations. Please give us a call to schedule an appointment so Dr. Law can help you decide if a dental crown is the right solution for you.