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How do Dental Crowns Work?

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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You probably don’t think you need a crown. Few people look in the mirror at a damaged tooth and think, “Hey, a crown would fix that!” More likely, you just look in the mirror and wonder if the tooth can be repaired. The good news is, in most cases the answer is, “yes,” often with a dental crown. The only way to know for sure what, if anything, will restore a problematic tooth is to ask your dentist. Dr. Dean Dietrich, of Pleasant Dental in Dolton, IL, offers a wide range of restorative options. Dental crowns are among the most … Continue reading

How do Dental Crowns Work?

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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A common dental restoration that is done at Pleasant Dental in Dolton is dental crowns. Crowns are porcelain pieces that are custom fabricated to fit over a natural tooth to protect it and restore functionality. Dental crowns are made to be bonded or cemented over a natural tooth for several reasons. This may be because the tooth is cracked, has an extremely large filling, or has recently undergone root canal therapy. With root canal therapy, the removal of the dental pulp causes the natural tooth to no longer receive a blood supply or have nerves in it. This can make … Continue reading

Why do crowns fail?

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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Fail? Crowns that I do never fail! Well almost never. Few things frustrate me more than a nicely fitting and matching crown failing and requiring replacement. Now if this happens after ten or more years, I am not too annoyed. It’s when it happens in the first few years that I cringe when this occurs. So why would a crown fail? The single biggest reason for crowns failing is, well the crown itself doesn’t fail, the tooth holding it does. As you may know, a crown simply covers what remains of a tooth that has been significantly damaged by decay … Continue reading

When is a crown necessary?

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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“I’d like to get a crown, Doc.” I hear that all the time – yeah right! No, the reality is I rarely ever hear that unless someone has been to the dentist recently and been told they need one. Few people even understand what crowns are or what they are used for. This brief article will tell you when crowns are necessary. So when should you be looking at having a crown placed on a tooth? First, realize that a crown is generally done when a tooth has been damaged to the point of causing major weakening of the structure. … Continue reading

Dolton, IL, patients ask, “Can a dentist near me improve my smile with dental crowns?”

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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with dental crowns?” Related Categories Benefits of Crowns Crown Procedure Patients who come to the Pleasant Dental office in Dolton, IL are searching for excellent care in a professional and cheerful atmosphere. Our team enjoys helping patients nearby reach optimum oral health and achieve a great looking smile through individualized treatment. With Dr. Dietrich and the team at Pleasant Dental, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to dentistry. Instead we take the time to get to know each patient and understand his or her unique circumstances. To that end, when someone is looking for a dentist near them to restore a … Continue reading

Saving damaged teeth with dental crown repair in Dolton, IL

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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When a tooth is severely damaged, many patients wonder if it should just be extracted. While there are great options for replacing a missing tooth, most dentists will attempt to save the damaged tooth first. In many cases teeth that are damaged due to decay or trauma can be repaired with a dental crown. Patients in the Dolton, IL area have had great success saving weak or damaged teeth with Dr. Dean Dietrich of Pleasant Dental. What is a dental crown? To state it simply, a dental crown is a tooth shaped cap or shell that covers all of the … Continue reading

Why patients in Calumet City, IL, may need crowns for their teeth

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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At Pleasant Dental, Dr. Dean Dietrich and our entire team, understand that there are many circumstances when patients may need a dental crown to support and improve their teeth. Patients from Calumet City, IL, and the surrounding area visit Dr. Dietrich for a dental exam to determine if a dental crown is the right solution for their dental problem. Stated simply, a dental crown is a cap that is placed over the natural tooth. It is bonded into place and provides the tooth with the necessary support, functionality, and aesthetics that can keep it from needing to be extracted. Patients … Continue reading

Dolton patients ask, “How can I find a cosmetic dentist near me?”

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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A healthy mouth is important for your overall health and wellness to be sure. It’s also important for your self-confidence. Most patients claim that their smile is their best feature, which is why it’s important to find a dentist who can not only treat the gums and teeth for dental wellness, but who also understands the difference that a great smile can make on a person’s overall self-esteem. Dr. Dean Dietrich of Pleasant Dental in Dolton, IL, understands that his patients want to look great and feel great. That’s why in addition to preventative dentistry services designed to keep problems … Continue reading

Are tooth crowns for South Holland patients affordable?

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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Many times, dental crowns are needed for South Holland area patients. Crowns are restorations that are custom-made for patients and used to provide extra strength and protection to a tooth that is weakened. Instead of extracting the tooth, a dental crown can be placed over it for protection and strength. Dr. Dean Dietrich of Pleasant Dental uses dental crowns in both cosmetic and general dentistry and encourages patients with broken teeth or large areas of decay to discuss the advantages of dental crowns. These restorations are not only effective at repairing the smile but can be affordable and beautiful. Dental … Continue reading

People searching for a dental crown procedure “near me” discover our cosmetic dental practice in Dolton, IL

Posted By Dr. Dean Dietrich
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Dolton, IL patients who are interested in dental crowns at a dental facility “near me” are welcome to visit Pleasant Dental. Dr. Dean Dietrich and his staff provide a variety of cosmetic dental procedures including dental crowns. Crowns explained Patients who need a restoration for protection of their natural tooth may be great candidates for dental crowns. ​A crown, or “cap,” is generally a porcelain restoration that is made to cover the visible structure of the natural tooth​. It may also be used as a false tooth. Some of the primary purposes for dental crowns include: Coverage for a tooth … Continue reading


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