Dental restorations like crowns and fillings can last many years with proper care.
At Brea Premier Dentistry, Dr. Lee uses the highest quality materials available to give you excellent results when you need a restoration for your tooth.
Dental fillings are ideal for repairing small areas of a tooth compromised by decay. Dr. Lee uses composite resin, which is a durable, customizable material that blends in seamlessly with your tooth. When you take good care of your fillings with daily brushing, flossing, and routine checkups, they can last 10 to 12 years and possibly longer.
A dental crown is the restoration your Brea dentist will recommend if your tooth is problematic beyond what a filling can repair. A crown covers your tooth completely but restores its shape, form, and function. Dr. Lee can custom-shade your porcelain crown to blend perfectly with your smile.
Taking good care of your dental crown is similar to taking care of fillings with daily brushing, flossing, and routine dental checkups every six months. However, you'll also want to avoid certain foods that can damage or pull your crown off, like:
- Sticky foods like taffy or caramels
- Chewy foods like steak
- Hard foods like apples or carrots - cut into small pieces to eat
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When you take good care of your dental crown, it can serve you for around 12 to 15 years, possibly longer! Get started today.