Dental Crowns vs. Fillings: What’s the Better Option?

When your tooth is damaged or decayed, how do you know if it needs a filling or a crown? This is an important question that Dr. John Pappas receives frequently at Arcadia Dental Arts in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Pappas, a Creighton University School of Dentistry graduate, combines state-of-the-art technology with a compassionate approach to care. He will help […]

How fast can I obtain a dental crown at Arcadia Dental Arts?

Traditional dental offices require several visits to complete a dental restoration like a dental crown. Dental crowns are a popular restoration used to improve the smile because they act as a porcelain “cap” that can cover a natural tooth and provide strength and protection. Dr. John Pappas and his team at Arcadia Dental Arts in […]

When might a dentist suggest a dental crown?

Dental crowns play a vital role in many areas of dentistry. These caps are made of porcelain material and are bonded over the top of a tooth. Dental crowns are used in many different situations at Arcadia Dental Arts in Phoenix, AZ, and we are pleased to provide patients with solutions that are natural-looking, affordable, […]

What to expect from your dental crown procedure

There are many reasons a patient may require the fabrication and placement of a dental crown. Perhaps they have undergone root canal therapy and need to protect their tooth structure. Maybe a large cavity has made the tooth’s structure weak and susceptible to further damage. Regardless, the team at Arcadia Dental Arts in Phoenix, AZ […]

Newly Crowned? How to Avoid Damaging Your Dental Crowns

If you were newly crowned— and no, we aren’t talking royalty— with some new dental crowns, then your mouth may finally be happy to have new set of functioning teeth (even if they’re artificial). To help you take better care of your crowns and make sure that they don’t chip or crack on you anytime […]