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Sunnyvale Crowns (Caps)

For patients whose teeth have changed in size or shape due to trauma or decay, David C. Li, DDS offers dental crowns. Also known as caps, dental crowns are custom-fit to cover the entire biting surface and sides of the tooth. Made from a number of durable materials, crowns protect your tooth and restore biting and chewing function.

The Advantages of Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain is one of the more common materials Dr. Li recommends for crowns. Porcelain crowns are tooth-colored and shaped to effectively match your smile. These sturdy and natural-looking restorations are capable of providing years of service. As with most dental restorations, regular follow-up visits and occasional replacements are essential in maintaining attractive, long-lasting results.

Why Would You Need a Crown?

There are many situations where placement of a dental crown is necessary and beneficial. To achieve optimal results, underlying oral health concerns, such as gum disease and poor oral hygiene habits, should be treated first. Once these are managed, Dr. Li recommends crown placement for the following issues:

  • Broken or fractured teeth
  • Dental decay
  • Teeth that have received root canal treatment
  • Replacement of large or damaged fillings
  • Enhancement of dental aesthetics

What is the Process for Getting a Crown?

At Dr. Li, we meet our patients’ needs by first taking impressions of the targeted tooth. This allows us to create a custom crown. As it may take up to two weeks to fabricate permanent dental crowns, impressions are used for a temporary crown. This provides a seamless transition, ensuring patients not without a smile for long.

Before placing a crown, Dr. Li prepares the tooth by removing decay and shaping the surface of enamel so the restoration fits properly. This is done while the tooth is numb, after which the crown will be placed and secured with dental cement. Prior to placing the custom crown, the temporary restoration is removed and the area is thoroughly cleaned. Dr. Li also assess whether your bite is properly balanced after placement. 

We provide you with after-care instructions and encourage you to follow up at our Sunnyvale office regularly.

Schedule your Consultation Today

If you are ready to learn more about how dental crowns can return your smile’s natural look and function, contact David C. Li, DDS for more information about restorative dentistry in Sunnyvale.  

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Dr. Li and his staff are wonderful. Even when I moved to Chicago for 3 years, my husband and I kept Dr. Li as our dentist and would see him whenever we were back in town. Dr. Li is very gentle and patient, which is important to me after a very painful experience with another dentist.
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Nikita S., Santa Clara, CA
I am so happy I was referred to Dr. Li by a coworker. I went to him in extreme pain after student dentists botched a root canal, and he restored my mouth to health and eased my pain in just one visit. Dr. Li takes the time to explain procedures to me before he begins working. And as he works, he gives me updates on his progress and the time left until we're finished. He is always checking in with me to make sure I'm feeling alright, and that I am comfortable. Not only am I pain-free when I am visiting his dental office, but I am in and out of the office quickly. He works fast! His rates are great, and his support staff is friendly and helpful. I travel all the way from San Francisco to get dental care at his offices, and it is worth the journey!
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Kristen B., San Francisco, CA
I work in a dental field so I know hundreds of dentists but I keep going to the same dentist, Dr. Li! I'm always nervous of getting shot but Dr. Li does it with minimal pain (I won't lie...it still hurts to me as my pain tolerance level is extremely low) but very gentle! and he explains everything before hand so I know what I'm getting....He won't do any unnecessary treatment like how other dentist will try to maximize their profit by recommending thousands of different treatments. And of course, staffs are super nice ;)
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Monica C., San Jose, CA
I have been to several dentists and by far my visit to Dr. Li's office is the best experience. I had all of my wisdom teeth (all 4) pulled out in one day. Dr Li did it in less than 1 hour and there was no swelling afterwards and I was able to munch on food at dinner time. I was fully recovered in less than 2 days. Dr. Li also did a filling for me and I had no problem with it since the cavaity filling (it has been about 1 year). Unlike my previous filling which had fallen out after 6 months. Dr. Li is gentle, caring and extremely thoughtful: his dental office has a LCD screen TV and even a mini frigerator that offers free drinks and bottled water. I definitely highly recommend Dr. Li to anyone looking for dental treatment and braces services.
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Lynn F., San Francisco, CA
I have been there for 3 years. Dr. Li is very freindly to the patients and besides he is professional so I can trust him very much. He is especially good at implant and crown,,,I think..A few months ago he did implant surgery to my mom and dad. They are satisfied with his treatment and care until now. As you know there are many dentists around this area but I highly recommend Dr. Li. I bet there is no regret to go to this dental office!! I like him and his staff a lot!! They are treating patients as a family....Whenever I go there I feel comfortable and peaceful..Can you imagine that you can feel peaceful when you go to see a dentist?? hehehe but it's true, Trust me!!
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Christine S., San Jose, CA