Dental Crowns in Seguin TX

A damaged tooth can make chewing uncomfortable and leave you unsure how to protect your smile. At Tier One Dental, we offer dental crowns in Seguin, TX, to restore teeth that need more support than a filling can provide. We evaluate your tooth and explain your options so you can feel confident about the next step.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom restoration that covers the visible portion of a tooth. It helps rebuild the tooth’s shape and strength while improving its appearance. Unlike a filling, which repairs a specific area, a crown covers the prepared tooth to provide broader support.

Our goal is to preserve healthy tooth structure whenever possible and create a restoration that works comfortably with your bite.

When We May Recommend a Crown

Dental crowns can address several types of damage. We may recommend one to:

• Protect a weakened or cracked tooth
• Restore a tooth with decay too extensive for a filling
• Support a tooth with a large existing filling
• Rebuild a broken or significantly worn tooth
• Improve the appearance of a badly shaped or discolored tooth

Not every damaged tooth needs a crown, and not every crack can be treated with one. At our Seguin office, we assess the remaining tooth structure and the extent of the damage before recommending treatment.

What to Expect During Treatment

We begin with an examination and any necessary X-rays to check the tooth and surrounding tissues. If a crown is appropriate, we prepare the tooth by reshaping it to make room for the restoration.

Next, we take an impression so a dental laboratory can create your custom crown. A temporary crown protects the prepared tooth while the permanent restoration is being made. We provide instructions for caring for it between visits.

When your crown is ready, we remove the temporary restoration and check the fit and bite before securing the permanent crown. We also consider the shape and appearance of nearby teeth to help the restoration blend with your smile.

Caring for Your Dental Crown

A crowned tooth still needs daily care. Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth daily, and maintain regular dental visits. Avoid chewing ice or using your teeth to open packaging.

If you clench or grind your teeth, let us know so we can discuss ways to protect your restoration. Contact us if your crown feels loose, your bite feels uneven, or discomfort persists. Routine visits to our Seguin office help us monitor your crown and the health of the tooth beneath it.

Schedule your dental crown consultation with Tier One Dental at 279 South TX-46, Seguin, TX 78155, by calling (830) 410-8228, and let us help you take the next step toward comfortable, confident chewing.

If you want to learn more about all treatment options available for missing teeth or if you’re wondering if dental crowns are suitable for you, visit Tier One Dental at 279 TX-46, Seguin, TX 78155, or call (830) 410-8228​​​​​​​