When Is a Dental Crown Needed Instead of a Filling?
Traditional dental fillings restore localized enamel decay when sufficient healthy tooth structure remains intact. Extensive decay or structural fractures require full-coverage dental crowns to encase the tooth and prevent vertical fractures. Choosing the appropriate restoration preserves natural bite alignment, long-term chewing function, and structural stability. Commuters traveling past the CSU Stanislaus campus or running weekend […]


