Dentists at Smiles4OC discuss the advantages of quality dental crowns
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Aug
Dentists at Smiles4OC discuss the advantages of quality dental crowns
Dental crowns play an important role in both general and restorative dentistry. These caps, made of porcelain, are extremely beneficial for patients who need to strengthen a weakened tooth, cover a cosmetic imperfection, restore a dental implant, or repair a chipped or cracked tooth. Drs. Thomas Rolfes, Christina Do, and Pravay Padia at Smiles4OC in Costa Mesa can help patients repair their smiles with affordable dental crowns.
Dental crowns are custom restorations made for patients using impressions of the prepared teeth. The dentist will relay instructions to the dental laboratory making these restorations regarding size, shape, and color of the ceramic. This ensures the crown will blend in with the smile when bonded in place.
Preparation of the tooth for dental crowns requires that the enamel be filed down. This reduces the bulk that might otherwise be added when the crown is placed. This is done with local anesthetics to ensure comfort for the patient, but the placement of the crown often does not require anesthetics as the ceramic piece is just bonded over the natural tooth structure.
Dental crowns are very affordable. Patients who have dental insurance plans may enjoy coverage from their plan that can reduce the cost or cover it altogether. If patients need assistance with their out-of-pocket costs even after dental insurance has been applied, our team can discuss financing to ensure that patients do not go without the dental solutions they need to improve the health, function, and beauty of their smiles. We take oral health seriously and want our patients to have access to the services they need to ensure a healthy smile for life.
If you are ready to learn more about the advantages of dental crowns, contact the team at Smiles4OC. Drs. Thomas Rolfes, Christina Do, and Pravay Padia are here to assist patients with a wide range of general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry procedures, including dental crowns. We are happy to assist both children and adults in and around the community of Costa Mesa.
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Dr. Thomas
Dr. Christina
Dr. Tim
Dr. Pravay
Having earned his undergraduate degree in biology from Loyola Marymount University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Georgetown University, Dr. Thomas Rolfes has been providing dental care from his Costa Mesa location since 1984. He holds a Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry, among memberships from many prestigious organizations. Dr. Christina Do, specializing in laser dentistry, and Dr. Timothy Rolfes, whose passion is community dentistry, also comprise the team, including skilled hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff dedicated to helping people in the area fulfill their dental needs. The new addition to our family, Dr. Pravay Padia, brings with him over 10 years of experience in the dental field, with expertise in endodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
