{"id":1477,"date":"2018-01-05T10:39:07","date_gmt":"2018-01-05T15:39:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=1477"},"modified":"2025-10-15T13:16:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T18:16:48","slug":"dentist-in-brookfield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/05\/dentist-in-brookfield\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I Need a Dental Crown? Dentist in Brookfield Explains How to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/AdobeStock_50547680-232x300.jpeg\" alt=\"tooth standing with crown on top\" width=\"232\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/AdobeStock_50547680-232x300.jpeg 232w, https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/AdobeStock_50547680-768x994.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/AdobeStock_50547680-791x1024.jpeg 791w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px\" \/><\/a>The crowning of royalty is as ancient as the history of civilized societies. But whereas it has been a symbolic image for a governing body to convey its power, when it comes to your tooth, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/traditional-crowns-bridges.html\">crown<\/a> serves a very important function. It is the main structure that rises from the gums and contains precious cargo \u2013 the inner tooth area, where the pulp and nerves are housed. But sometimes it gets damaged from tooth decay or from trauma. When this happens, something must be done to rectify the situation \u2013 you\u2019ll need a new crown from your dentist in Brookfield. As you continue exploring, you\u2019ll learn more about how this process works and how to determine when you need one.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>How to Determine that You Need a Crown<\/h2>\n<p>There are several situations that could warrant the need of a new crown. They include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A Break <\/strong>\u2013 Your crown can break from sudden trauma during a sporting event or from eating something that is too hard like ice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe Tooth Decay <\/strong>\u2013 If you have severe tooth decay that warrants a root canal and has worn down your original material, you will need a replacement crown.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tooth Loss <\/strong>\u2013 An obvious need for a new crown is when you have suffered the loss of one or more teeth in a non-consecutive pattern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How are Your Replacement Crowns Made?<\/h2>\n<p>Your new crowns will be made from either:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>All metal <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Zirconia<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Porcelain fused with metal (PFM)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Porcelain with zirconia<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>All ceramic<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The metals contain gold alloys (palladium) or a base-metal alloy (nickel or chromium). The PFM crowns are considered to be stronger and better choices for back teeth. Along with all-ceramic crowns, they are the same color as your natural teeth.<\/p>\n<p>Your dentist will advise as to which option is better based on your specific needs. Cared for properly, your new crowns can last between seven and 40 years.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Dental Crowns of Brookfield Process Works<\/h2>\n<p>The process of getting a new crown happens in steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Post Root Canal <\/strong>\u2013 If you\u2019ve had a root canal, the first step to getting your crown will be for your dentist to insert a post-and-core foundation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing Your Tooth <\/strong>\u2013 Your tooth will be filed down to prepare it for the new crown, and then impressions will be made so that your permanent fixture can be fabricated at a lab.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temporary Placement <\/strong>\u2013 While your permanent crown is being crafted, your dentist will install a temporary one to protect your teeth, but it\u2019s important to remember that it\u2019s not intended to last any longer than a year.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Permanent Crown Placement <\/strong>\u2013 When your permanent crown is ready, you will return to your local dentist to have it installed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After your permanent fixture is placed, you can expect to have some immediate sensitivity to cold temperatures, but that should subside soon. In just a few days, you will be able to return to the life of royalty that you once knew, your crown intact.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Brandon A. Brunner received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He then went on to earn his dental degree from the University of Minnesota. With a focus on endodontics and oral surgery, Dr. Brunner practices at Elmbrook Family Dental, S.C. and can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elmbrookfamilydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The crowning of royalty is as ancient as the history of civilized societies. But whereas it has been a symbolic image for a governing body to convey its power, when it comes to your tooth, the crown serves a very important function. 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