Dental Crowns have certainly changed over the
years, and thanks to modern dentistry, you can have your existing crowns
replaced or new crowns placed with dental restorations that look and feel just
like your own natural teeth.
According to the American Dental Association, porcelain jacket crowns were made in the
early 1900’s, but unfortunately were not very efficient. During the 1950’s,
dental crowns were a real possibility as porcelain was fused to metal. These
days, crowns are made out of a high-grade porcelain or porcelain that is bonded
to gold. Most dentists recommend higher strength materials for more serious
dental problems such as lost teeth, excessive wear, and old filling breakdown.
Dental Crowns are used to replace missing
teeth and offer support to broken or misshaped teeth. Dental Crowns look and
feel natural and can fix a smile while taking care of chewing problems.
If you are experiencing pain in your back
teeth, you may have a hairline crack. Your dentist may decide to place Dental
Crowns on the teeth in order to relieve the pain. Crowns on your molars will
also allow you to return to full dental function.
Porcelain Crowns and Bridges are used in the
front teeth to replace older fillings that might be chipped or stained.
Porcelain Crowns are also used where Porcelain Veneers are unsuitable.
Your dentist may also recommend a Dental
Crown over Root Canals to prevent breakage.
If the damage to your tooth or teeth is
extreme, your dentist may use Porcelain or Porcelain fused to gold Dental
Crowns. Your dentist explains that Dental Crowns can last for twenty to thirty
years if you practice good oral hygiene.
Dental Crown fitting takes two or more dental appointments. During your first visit, your dentist will remove the tooth decay
before shaping the tooth and fitting it with a temporary Dental Crown made from
metal or plastic.
During your next visit, your dentist will
take out the temporary crown before fitting and adjusting your new permanent
Dental Crown. The final step in the process is cementing your new Dental Crown
in place.
If you would like more information regarding
Dental Crowns, schedule an appointment with your dentist today. A beautiful
smile really is just a phone call away.
