Your teeth work hard to help you speak, eat, and showcase your beautiful smile. Naturally, they deserve a crown! But all jokes aside, if you have a tooth with a large area of decay or damage, your dentist may recommend a dental crown to repair it. These restorations are used when the area in question is too big to be repaired by a regular filling. They fit over the tooth like a cap, blending seamlessly into your arch, virtually indistinguishable from the rest of your teeth. Plus, because they are crafted with durable materials, they are fully functional, too. If you’ve just gotten a crown, here’s what you can expect from your recovery.
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