At First Dental of Bluffton in Bluffton, South Carolina, Dr. Charles W. Hobart II offers dental crown restorations for our patients who struggle with damaged teeth. Patients who may benefit from a dental crown include those with misshapen teeth, decayed teeth lacking sufficient tooth material to support a dental filling, a dental implant or bridge, or fractured teeth.
A dental crown is a durable tooth replacement option that can restore your confident smile, and our practice recommends taking excellent care of your smile to keep the crown well supported with healthy teeth and gums. To prevent tooth decay and gum disease, you will want to practice the following.
— Letting teeth do what they are meant to do, which is biting and chewing food. They are not substitute nail clippers or package openers, so don’t be tempted to use them as makeshift tools. Even habitually munching on hard foods, such as candies or ice can harm your teeth and your new dental crown. Play it safe with your smile and you will be rewarded with the confident smile you deserve.
— A fully functional dental crown requires teeth free from decay and gums free from periodontal disease. To support your new crown, be sure to brush twice a day and floss at least once daily, with extra attention to the area where your crown meets the gumline. You can improve your oral health by using an antibacterial oral rinse to fight bacteria and a fluoride toothpaste to strengthen tooth enamel.
—Â Attending scheduled six-month cleanings with your dental team to remove tartar and calculus from your crown and pearly whites will go a long way to support your daily habits. In addition, we will check your smile for gum disease and tooth decay, and make sure that your crown is functioning as it should.
If you are in Bluffton, South Carolina area or the neighboring communities, we invite you to check out our First Dental of Bluffton team. We are here to help you achieve optimum oral health and support your new crown. Just call 843-757-2828 today! Our team of dentists, Dr. Charles W. Hobart, Dr. Peipei Yu, and Dr. Lauren Ulbrich look forward to working with you!