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Arowns or caps are the great “multi-taskers” of the dental world. They are an important part of restorative care at VanderLaan Family Dentistry. Dr. Matthew VanderLaan and our team in Byron Center, Michigan, are pleased to provide an innovative approach to creating crowns at our office that significantly enhances the patient experience. We invite you to learn more about the benefits of crowns, the VFD way.
At VFD, we use dental crowns to hold together broken teeth, restore otherwise damaged teeth to health, and to save teeth that might otherwise be extracted (following root canal therapy). Likewise, crowns can be used for more extensive cosmetic cases, such as to cover up a badly misshapen or deeply discolored teeth. Lastly, crowns may be used to replace missing or failing teeth; for instance, to anchor a dental bridge or to cover or restore a dental implant.
Crowns can last for many years with good care. At VFD, we use only the highest quality materials. For example, solid-zirconia BruxZir® blends optimal aesthetics with incredible strength. The result is a crown material appropriate for even damaged back teeth. These molars withstand extreme forces from mashing and grinding down food.
The crown process is generally straightforward; areas of damaged tooth structure are removed. A weak tooth may be built-up with a core or filling material. It is also sterilized to ensure no lingering decay or old materials are left behind. Information about the tooth is also collected and used to guide the fabrication of the dental crown. The crown fits on top of the prepared natural tooth structure and is later bonded or fixed securely to it.
An outside lab may take several weeks to make your crown at other dental offices. VanderLaan Family Dentistry has eliminated the wait and hassle associated with a return trip and wearing a fragile temporary crown while your permanent one is being made. We use special technologies and equipment to design and make your crown on-site and in-house. This means you can receive your new crown in just one visit. The permanent can also be made in minutes instead of weeks.Â
Since VFD also handles everything ourselves, our patients know that their crown is made precisely and from the highest quality materials. We ensure the ultimate in Quality Control. We can also advise you on ways to ensure your new crown and treated tooth remain healthy, functional, and look great. Call your friends at VFD today at (616) 288-2554 to schedule an appointment at our office in Byron Center, MI today. With routine visits, you can even avoid the need for restorative treatments (such as crowns). We can keep your smile intact and protect it from the damage that results in the need for treatment.
Dr. Matthew VanderLaan is a highly skilled dentist with over 15 years of experience dedicated to personalized, patient-centered care. An alumnus of East Kentwood High School and the University of Michigan, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Having spent three years as a public health dentist, he established VanderLaan Family Dentistry in 2012.
Dr. VanderLaan has pursued advanced training at the Pankey Institute, Kois Center, Dawson Academy, American Academy of Facial Esthetics, The Schuster Center, and is a Fellow of Implant Pathways. He is also trained in TMJ and pain management. As a member of the American and Michigan Dental Associations and West Michigan District Dental Society, he is committed to excellence and trustworthiness in dentistry.
Within his family practice, Dr. VanderLaan has been a civilian provider for disabled veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Since 2014, He has partnered with the local VA and has had the pleasure of caring for individuals who have sacrificed their personal well-being for our Nation’s safety. He considers it one of his greatest honors of being a dentist.
Outside of his dental practice, Dr. VanderLaan is an avid family man. He enjoys his time with his wife of 17 years, Dana, as well as his four children (Brooke, 16, Jenna 15, AJ 11, and Nora 11). As a family they enjoy the kid’s sports, music, involvement in their Church and Christian Faith community, and Michigan Football. They also enjoy traveling and exploring the world together.
Dana VanderLaan founded VanderLaan Family Dentistry with her husband, Dr. VanderLaan, in April of 2012. She is versed in all administrative tasks and acts as the office manager. Before her over 12 years of experience in the dental field, Dana graduated with a BSW from Saginaw Valley State University and an MSW from the University of Michigan, School of Social Work. Dana is a self starter, and was trained in dentistry completely on the job, and continues to learn new things about running an efficient, patient-centered dental office.
Along with her work at VFD, she is mom to her children (Brooke 16, Jenna 15, AJ 11 and Nora 11), and works tirelessly to make sure all of their needs are met, and devotes her time to being their #1 supporter. She enjoys her family time, rooting on her kid’s at their various athletic events, school and church activities, traveling, walking and working out, gardening, and spending time at home.