Dental crowns cover and protect teeth that are weakened, damaged or too broken down for a filling. Des Moines River Dental Care provides dental crowns in Carlisle, Iowa for patients from Carlisle, Des Moines, Indianola and surrounding communities. Your dentist may recommend a crown after root canal treatment or when a large filling no longer provides enough support.
Restoring a tooth with a crown typically takes two appointments. At the first visit, we remove decay, shape the tooth and take an impression to guide the creation of your crown. We place a temporary crown to cover the prepared tooth while your permanent restoration is being made.
Crown materials include zirconia, lithium disilicate ceramic and gold. Our team will discuss which option fits your tooth, bite and preferences. At your second appointment, we remove the temporary crown, check the fit and bite of the permanent crown and cement it in place. Regular dental cleanings and checkups help us monitor your crown and surrounding teeth.
Ask Whether a Crown Is Right for You
Looking for dental crowns near Des Moines? Our Carlisle dental team can examine your damaged tooth, explain whether a crown is appropriate and discuss your treatment options.
Visit Des Moines River Dental Care at 65 School St in Carlisle, Iowa. Call (515) 989-3180 or request an appointment online to have your tooth evaluated.