When you're a dentist, there is always work to do. That's actually an advantage for all the patients I see, because I get to tell them again and again to thoroughly and energetically brush their teeth. This is proper to do, even for those who have undergone dental crown work.

We think that crowns are everlasting, but that doesn't stop underhanded plaque germs. They will break in through any gap they find in your teeth. And once they break through the outside of the crown, they will take more of the used up tooth root.

If this is the case, yanking out the tooth and inserting a dental implant may be required. But it's also possible for germs to attack a dental implant.

If you make an appointment to come to my Downtown Vancouver dental office with a spoiled tooth that is too complicated for a filling or veneer to manage, then we will have to employ a Downtown Vancouver dental crown replacement.

To begin with, I examine the condition your gums are in. That will tell me if we can advance or if we need to spend some time making them well first. The extent of the tooth chip or fracture is significant as well. It will tell us if you have injured nerves or if more complicated care will be a must.

After qualification for a Downtown Vancouver dental crown comes the preparation. I will most likely begin with cleaning and smoothing your teeth.

Afterward, you might have a reduced amount of enamel. We will be left with a globular articulating foundation where we can place the dental crown like a strong brick.