Dental crowns have played a very important role in enhancing the looks of our teeth for a long time
. With advancement in cosmetic dentistry, the materials used for making crowns have evolved. The different types are described below -
*Ceramic
*Metallic
*Porcelain
Ceramic Dental Crown - Ceramic type is very similar to real teeth in appearance and that is the reason they are used for front teeth. Ceramic crowns cost less than the metallic type and are popularly used all over the globe.
Metallic Dental Crown - The metal type can be made up of gold alloy, chromium alloy, or nickel alloy. Gold crowns are slightly more expensive than other fixtures. Metallic crowns are most suited for back teeth. These wear out significantly less than the ceramic crowns.
Porcelain Dental Crown - Porcelain crowns match perfectly to your natural teeth. Porcelain dental crowns do not cost much and are used by a lot of people. Porcelain material is not as strong as metal but it has an advantage over metallic crowns. Some people may be allergic to certain metals and in such cases the porcelain material comes to the rescue.
Dental Crown procedure -
Dental crowns help restore a broken/chipped tooth. They can also be used to hold a dental bridge in place or for protecting week teeth. To install this fixture, first the dentist estimates the damage to the teeth and performs a root canal. After that the dentist prepares a foundation for the crown to be placed on the teeth. Once the space is created for the crown a temporary acrylic fixture is placed on it. The dental crown is then prepared and placed by removing the temporary acrylic crown. These fixtures have a life of 5-45 years and are a very good option for anyone who has chipped, damaged, or weak teeth.