One of the biggest complaints that we hear from patients is
that they put off a procedure for too long and now regret that decision. You
might not feel the effects of delaying an oil change or tire change on your
car, but you will definitely feel it when you put off a cavity filling for too
long.
Unlike car dealerships which are known for recommending
maintenance services that aren’t really necessary, Dr. Myers genuinely cares
for all of his patients and his recommendations are made with your best interest
in mind. Not only will delaying dental procedures likely make the health
problem worse, but it usually ends up costing more money as well.
Do I really need a dental crown?
When the early signs first appear that you will need a dental
crown in the future, you likely don’t feel much urgency to get it taken care
of. At that point you probably aren’t experiencing any pain yet and you might
not see any blemishes in the appearance of your tooth.
However, the sooner you get a crown, the better. Dental crowns are one of the simplest and most
effective restoration procedures to protect the long-term health of your tooth
and to immediately improve the aesthetics.
With minimal tooth decay or damage, the procedure for doing a
crown is relatively simple. It’s not
until you put it off for a long time that you end up requiring a procedure that
takes up more time and costs more money.
Delaying a Crown Too Long Can Lead to a Root Canal
Like we mentioned before, doing a crown is relatively straight
forward, but needing a root canal, in addition to the crown, can become more
problematic. We will always refer you to an excellent endodontist (specialist)
to have the Root Canal done as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Believe it or not, your dental health is deeply connected to
your overall health. Putting off a dental procedure can lead to periodontal disease -- which is associated
with diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications, and respiratory disease.
If you’ve been putting off a procedure for too long, now is the
time to get it taken care of. Book
an appointment today and we’ll get it taken care of once and for
all!
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