Crowns

     Crowns are intended to restore lost tooth structure and provide protection against further damage. In human dentistry, crown protection is common following root canal procedures and is geared toward providing a greater seal to the root canal, providing protection to the tooth, and in many instances, esthetically reproducing lost tooth. In veterinary dentistry, esthetic considerations are typically less of a concern and crowns are primarily responsible for protection of the remaining tooth. Tooth preparation with respect to preservation of existing tooth substance, maximization of surface area for crown cementation, and comfortable occlusion (when the crown is in place) are a few of the considerations when providing restorations to veterinary patients. Teeth that are commonly broken and protected with crowns include the canine teeth and the upper 4th premolar.

Contact 'The Pet Dentist' for your pet's teeth cleaning consultation or appointment.

A police dog wearing the distal aspect (backside) of the maxillary canine teeth:
The maxillary right and maxillary left canine teeth prior to crown placement.
Just after crown cementation…
And in occlusion. Note the broken maxillary left 2nd incisor. This tooth was treated with a root canal and composite restoration.

The Pet Dentist

R. Michael Peak, DVM - The Pet Dentist in Tampa Bay Florida
Veterinary Dentistry - Tampa Bay Florida; Pinellas, Hillsborough & Pasco County
Dog Dentist - Cat Dentist - Helping Your Pet with Teeth Cleaning, Tooth Repair and Oral Care

1501 South Belcher Rd., Suite 1A - Largo, Florida 33771-4505
Phone: 727-535-3500Fax: 727-539-7865