How does a dentist prepare teeth for a crown?

Is it painful or a long process?

2 answers to “How does a dentist prepare teeth for...”

A: Should not be painful

Lance Timmerman, DMD

The process is fairly simple, in that the dentist would make you comfortable (numb etc) and remove enough tooth structure to reinforce the tooth.  An impression of the prepared tooth is made and a temporary crown fabricated over the prepped tooth.  The temporary and final crown fit similar to how two... more

A: Preparing teeth for a crown

Richard Champagne, DMD

The process should definitely not be uncomfortable. You should immediately notify your dentist if you feel discomfort. Typically, a crown is needed because the tooth is significantly broken down and needs to be structurally reinforced. This is done by shaping the remaining tooth structure so that there is... more

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