An Old or Large Dental Filling Might Need to Be Replaced with a Dental Crown

As a dental filling ages, it’s bond with the surrounding tooth enamel may degrade. This process can be accelerated by poor oral hygiene conditions in the mouth. Additionally, large dental fillings and dental fillings on the biting surface of a tooth sometimes fail sooner than smaller fillings. If you have a problem with a dental filling, you might notice the... read more »

Things to Consider When Taking Care of Your Temporary Crown

The temporary crown Dr. Josh Walker installed during the initial crown procedure is little more than a hard plastic cap designed to protect the abutment within. It is only meant to last for a short time, while you wait for the dental lab to complete your permanent crown. The temporary crown does not fully restore the full function of the... read more »

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