One of your New Year’s resolutions may be finally getting the dental treatment you need. One of the most common dental treatments you may encounter is a dental crown. This may sound scary, but crowns are a far more likable dental solution than you may think. When you think about the word “crown,” chances are that you think of the ornament a king will place on his head. A dental crown is similar to that, albeit less ornamental. The crown is placed over the surface of a patient’s tooth to cover it up for various reasons. Most commonly, a patient has significant decay or cracks in a tooth too extensive to fill with standard fillings, so the decay is removed and a crown is placed over the tooth to build its structure back up to normal. A patient who has had root canal therapy to remove infection from a tooth root also often requires a dental crown placed over the affected tooth. Some people may be unhappy with the appearance of their teeth, so dental crowns can be a cosmetic improvement to cover misshapen or discolored teeth, restoring their appearance and improving their smile. Filling open spaces left by missing teeth is another reason for dental crowns. WHAT IS A DENTAL CROWN, EXACTLY? DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK - FIND OUT HERE!
When it’s gray and chilly outside, it may be tempting to just stay cozy inside until winter is over. But the reality is, if we deprive ourselves of time outside, we do ourselves a big disservice both mentally and physically. Staying indoors all day affects energy and mood, which makes it hard to get anything done, so here are four easy tips to make it easier to get a little fresh air. 1. Make it a priority. Getting outside means making the conscious effort to do so. If you want to reap its benefits, you have to decide to make it a priority in your day-to-day schedule. If you make the act important to you, you have more motivation to actually do it. 2. Use mornings effectively. Waking up and getting the day started can be hard. But studies have shown that natural light helps decrease your melatonin production, which means you feel ready to face the day sooner. So, set yourself a second alarm to head outside and take a quick walk around the block just after waking. Don’t even wash your face or grab coffee. Just get out there. 3. Take your work outside. If you’re working from home, take some work outdoors. Phone and virtual meetings are a great outdoor option, especially if you’ll just be an active listener and aren’t required to do any work simultaneously. Attach a note to your meeting reminders to get yourself set up outside five minutes before you start. 4. Create a schedule. It might feel strange to set reminders throughout the day to step outside, but you easily get wrapped up in activities and overlook breaks, and these reminders are exactly what you need. Start with 10-minute blocks three times a day. If you stick to them, soon you won’t need a schedule to get outside anymore. Try using the formula in Dr. Brooks’ cover article to make getting outside daily a habit. Even when it’s cold, bundling up and taking 5–10 minutes outside can do wonders for your mood and energy for hours! 4 TIPS TO MAKE GETTING OUTSIDE EASIER LET THAT FRESH AIR FUEL YOU
Overall, the dental crown’s main use is to restore a tooth’s appearance, utility, and strength. In other words, it can
be categorized as both cosmetic and restorative as it can achieve various goals.
Many different types of dental crowns are available. While they aim to achieve similar goals, the crowns can be made from different materials. In our office, we almost always use Zirconia. It’s one of the strongest materials we have to mimic natural tooth enamel, and it
can be color-matched to one’s teeth. It doesn’t break or fracture, so the only way a Zirconia crown will fail is if it gets decay around it. With proper maintenance, a Zirconia crown can last a lifetime. Dental crowns are a worthwhile investment in your oral health. If you have questions about dental crowns or think you might need one, don’t hesitate to call our office. We’ll be happy to walk you through any questions or concerns you may have.
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