For very damaged teeth, dental crowns can be an effective option. The process of dental crown involves using tooth-shaped coverings made of metal, ceramic or porcelain to restore strength and eliminate discomfort. In addition, dental crowns can be used to anchor a dental bridge or to cap a dental implant post.
Types of Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are made of metal, ceramic or porcelain fused to metal. The type of crown that is used during the procedure will depend on the individual needs and goals, in addition to the recommendation of the dentist.
Metal crowns
Although the metallic color transforms a poor choice for highly visible teeth, dental crowns can be made of metal ideal for repairing decayed or damaged back teeth option. They are extremely durable and can be placed without the natural tooth wear both crowns and porcelain or pure ceramic. Metal crowns may be composed of various materials such as gold alloy, palladium, nickel or chromium alloy.
Ceramic crowns
The ceramic crowns can be made of porcelain, resin or ceramic dental materials. They create an extremely natural appearance and are usually used on the front teeth. The ceramic material is tooth colored translucent like natural tooth enamel, and can mimic the size and shape in detail to complement the rest of your smile. However, ceramic dental crowns are not as resilient as metal crowns and do not function as well on back teeth, which bear much pressure occlusion and mastication.