How is the Tooth Prepared for a Dental Crown?
Preparing a tooth for a dental crown typically requires two visits to our Seattle area office. During the first visit to our Seattle, Washington area office, we will assess the damaged tooth, evaluating the roots of the affected tooth and the surrounding bone. If the root is infected or injured, it might be necessary to perform a root canal. Next, we will numb your tooth and gum tissue. The tooth receiving the dental crown is filed down, to make room for the crown. If part of the tooth is missing, Dr. Hrankowski will use filling material to ‘build up’ the tooth to support the dental crown. The dentist will take impressions of the area, which will be sent to a dental lab where the dental crown is made. The dentist will affix a temporary crown to protect the prepared tooth while waiting for permanent dental crown to be manufactured. During the second visit, Dr. Hrankowski will remove the temporary crown and check the color and fit of the permanent crown. Once the fit is just right, he wi
