What are Tooth Caps?
Grinding of your teeth, an improper bite, age, fillings and
tooth decay can all be contributing factors in the wearing
down, cracking or breakage of your teeth. Dental caps cover
the entire visible surface of your affected tooth and add
strength, durability and stability.
Who is a candidate for dental caps?
If you grind your teeth, have an improper bite, have fillings
or tooth decay you have contributing factors to the wearing
down, cracking or breakage of your teeth. Dental caps cover
the entire visible surface of your affected tooth and add
strength, durability and stability.
A cosmetic dentist will usually be able to identify problem
areas in your mouth that might lead to tooth damage and a
need for caps. Chewing patterns play a big role too. By selectively
grinding the tips of your middle and back teeth (cusps) will
alter your bite to reduce the stress on your at-risk teeth.
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