Porcelain Crowns

Dental crowns are one of the restoration methods that help to protect cracked or broken teeth. They are also referred to as caps as the entire surface of the damaged teeth is covered by a crown or a cap. Dental crowns help to strengthen the damaged teeth and help to enhance their functionality. Crowns are usually made of gold, alloy of metals in combination with porcelain, and pure porcelain. Pure porcelain crowns are most popular as they look more natural and are aesthetically attractive. Crowns that are made from metal fused to porcelain tend to show dark gum lines with time which look awkward. Dental crowns are custom designed by professionals according to the shape, size, and color of the individual’s teeth.

Why Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are the best option if the large portion of teeth has been fractured or they are severely damaged to support fillings or inlays. They are used as a cover of protection in addition to the composite filling or inlays in case of large cavity. Dental crowns are also used in combination with dental implant, dental bridges, and root canal treatment to provide extra strength to the teeth and enhance their overall functionality. Many people also opt for dental crowns to improve their smile.

What are the benefits of Porcelain Crowns?

• Help to mend broken or fractured teeth
• Help in cosmetic enhancement
• Help to repair fractured and large fillings
• Increase the functionality of the damaged tooth
• Look very natural and enhance the smile

What is the procedure of Porcelain Crowns?

The entire procedure of crowns is completed in two visits to the dentist. During the first visit the dentist will take the impression of the teeth in order to get the custom crowns fabricated. In this visit only they will also create a temporary crown and fit it on the patient’s teeth. The patient has to keep the temporary crowns for two weeks. During the second visit the temporary crowns are removed by the dentist and replaced by the permanent custom made crowns. The dentist will properly remove the decay and take care of the spacing and bite accuracy before fitting the crowns.