Thinking about getting a crown? It might seem like a huge move, but it’s not that major or stressful. To help you learn more about the procedure, we talked about some of the most important things you should know.
Why Get Dental Crowns?
There are several reasons why people get crowns. This could be due to decay or chipping of the teeth. The dentist would talk to you about all the ways you can remedy the issue before you settle on a crown.
Can Any Dentist Do The Job?
Being a proactive patient will lead to a successful end-job. Not only will you be able to ask your doctor all the questions you need to, but you’d also know if he’s right for the job or not.
Now, specialists involved in Cosmetic dentistry are specialized in improving smiles. The more experienced the doctor, the better the result would be.
What Are They Made From?
You can pick them up in all-porcelain or all-ceramic builds. However, there are ones made from metal or porcelain fused to metal as well. The types of metals used include gold. As you can imagine, the metal choices are super hard, so they don’t chip.
Their metal build means that they aren’t fit for the front of the mouth. They’re usually placed on the molars.
The best of both worlds are metal crowns with porcelain fused on the front – you wouldn’t be able to tell that the tooth isn’t real.
How Long Do Crowns Last For?
We talked about the materials crowns are made from. High-quality porcelain ones last the longest. They’d be by your side for 25 years at most. How long they’d last obviously depends on how well you take care of them. On average, the porcelain type would be good for 15 years.
To make sure they last, regular visits to the dentist would also be needed. You probably won’t be able to see the same doctor for 2 decades. But for as long as you can, see the same one. He’d know you crown like the back of his hand.
Does The Procedure Hurt?
The procedure does not hurt. The skill of your dentist would influence the smoothness of the process of course. That being said, local anesthesia is added to your mouth, not letting you feel a thing.
The procedure takes around 2 to 4 hours. The damaged tooth is reshaped to fit the dental crown. This is what takes up most of the time.
Do The Crowns Look Like Teeth?
If they’re metal, they won’t. The metal choices that have porcelain on top generally do a good job at hiding what’s underneath. But what’s underneath can peak a bit out.
Ceramic and porcelain crowns look like the real deal. The colour will be matched to your teeth.
If you have chipped teeth or a cavity that’s getting worse, a crown would be needed. You can get one made out of many materials. However, a porcelain one would be the best – it’d blend in with your teeth and last up to 25 years!
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