Have you heard that you need a crown? Approximately 15 million adults have at least one crown. Crowns actually save and protect your teeth so that you don't lose them. Here are some reasons why you may need a crown.
Reasons a Crown Might Be Necessary
People can need a crown for many reasons. One of the reasons you may need a crown is that you have chipped or cracked a tooth. As teeth - and people- get older, the chances you are going to crack or chip a tooth become more likely. You can chip a tooth biting down on popcorn or pretzels. If the chip or crack is large enough, there's a possibility you may need a crown to both protect the tooth and eliminate any pain from cracking or chipping your tooth.
You may also want to have a crown placed on one of your teeth if it becomes discolored. Teeth can become discolored due to medication or cancer treatments, as well as an accident or an injury. If you only have one tooth that is discolored, covering that tooth with a crown is a great option.
Tooth Decay
People need crowns most often due to tooth decay. When you get a cavity, if it is untreated, it will continue to grow. Eventually, the cavity will work its way into the center of your tooth, which is called the pulp. The tooth pulp is soft and full of blood vessels and nerves, which may be why many people have pain in their tooth when they have a bad cavity. The dentist may have to perform a root canal, which means they will save your tooth from decay, but it will be weak, which is why it may need a crown to protect it. Crowns are truly amazing inventions!
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Have you heard that you need a crown? Approximately 15 million adults have at least one crown. Crowns actually save and protect your teeth so that you don't lose them. Here are some reasons why you may need a crown. 
