Cosmetic dentistry is well-known for the wonders it can do, and dental crowns are one of
these restoring dental miracles that have amazingly advanced throughout the years. Just
like the advancement of dental restoration,
Porcelain crowns are the historical standards in dental restorations; they are used to
treat damaged teeth. A crown covers the broken tooth to repair the strength and get rid of
any discomfort that the damaged teeth may cause. For many years, these restorations
were made entirely from precious or non-precious metals exposing a dull-looking dark
tooth. There are currently three different types of materials that your dentist can use to
restore your teeth with a crown. Dental crowns can be made of ceramic, porcelain, or a
metal. The type of crown used is generally determined by the extent of damage to the
tooth and individual needs of the patient.
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Metal Crowns,
As their name implies, metal crowns are composed entirely out of a dental alloy. The
classic all-metal dental crown is the gold crown; however, other dental alloys can be
used. Metal crowns are typically chosen for those situations where great strength is
required and cosmetic appearance is not a concern. Metal dental crowns are extremely
durable and make a great option for back teeth.
Porcelain Bonded Crowns,
This kind of dental crown might be thought of as a hybrid between all-metal and all-
ceramic crowns. With these crowns, a body of porcelain is applied to and then bonded
onto a metal substructure in a high-heat oven. These crowns offer good strength
characteristics and a white tooth-like appearance.
Dental crowns made out of porcelain are often used for damaged teeth that may be
visible. A porcelain crown is fused with metal and is stronger than an all ceramic dental
crown. However, a porcelain crown is not as natural looking as a ceramic crown but
does make a more pleasing appearance than a metal crown.
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All-ceramic crowns,
Ceramic dental crowns, as anyone could guess, are cosmetic metal free crowns, using
tough ceramic cores under the more cosmetic porcelains. There is a range of
techniques that can be used to fabricate all-ceramic crowns. Most involve the
craftsmanship of a dental laboratory ceramist but some are created out of a block of
ceramic on a milling machine. All-ceramic crowns are typically placed in those situations
where aesthetics are of utmost concern. The disadvantage of this type of crown is that
they aren't as strong as the other types. Although these ceramics give better strength
than porcelain only Crowns, but not as strong or forgiving as metal-based crowns, but
will give a superior cosmetic effect to Metal Bonded Crowns.
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Several types of ceramic cosmetic crowns are available. Some have an inner layer of
very strong ceramic with an outer aesthetic porcelain layer; others are purely made from
a single layer of ceramic. One of the most exciting materials which can now be used for
cosmetic crowns is Zirconia. This tough ceramic can now be used to make stunning
natural looking crowns that are also very resilient and attractive at the same time. A
winning combination!
Remember: When looking at improving your WHOLE SMILE you should look at the
arrangement, proportions and shape of the complete smile, not just individual teeth
options. Thus you may benefit by a number of different treatment options that come
together to improve the whole smile, without drilling too much tooth away.
All Crowns will need replacing perhaps every 15-20 years on average, so the more tooth
preserved underneath the better, to allow future replacements to be done!
Successful Crowns:
Planning your smile makeover case is critical to success , as crowns are three-
dimensional so the shape, colour, position and bite affect so many other factors in your
mouth, have to go next to other teeth or bite against other teeth, so they look good and
function well for years. That is why the opinion and treatment planning by an experienced
cosmetic dentist is more important than say the materials used in the Crown. Crowns
are hand-prepared, hand-made to specific prescription, such that despite having
provided thousands of these over years, your cosmetic dentist in Preston has never
made or fitted two identical Crowns ever! You are unique and so is the dental solution
that suits you best.
For more information, please call us on 01772 726932 or visit;
http://www.cosmeticdentistpreston.co.uk/page/smile_perfection
We look forward to hear from you! Your Local Cosmetic Dentist in Preston: Dr. H. Kaviani
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