Types of Dental Crowns
Portland, OR
Crowns provided by Dr. Sheryl Weissman
in Portland, OR at Weissman Dental
 Tooth decay is preventable with proper oral hygiene and care. However, due to poor oral hygiene, genetics, lifestyle habits, or failure to visit our dental office for regular checkups and cleanings, many people suffer from tooth decay. If you have tooth decay, you may get a filling to repair it. However, sometimes the decay is too severe for a filling, but the tooth can still be saved. Crown procedures offered by our team at Weissman Dental can help restore the function of your bite and protect the teeth.
Types of Crowns
Dental crowns offer versatile solutions to restore and fortify weakened or damaged teeth. Dental crown materials are available in diverse types, each with distinct advantages.
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain crowns, renowned for their natural appearance and durability, closely mimic the look of natural teeth, making them ideal for front tooth restorations. Similarly, ceramic crowns provide aesthetic appeal and a lifelike appearance, often preferred for visible teeth.
Zirconia Crowns
Zirconia crowns boast exceptional strength and resilience, crafted from a robust ceramic material resistant to chips and cracks, suitable for both front and back tooth restorations.
Metal Crowns
Metal crowns, including gold and stainless steel, are esteemed for their strength and longevity. While gold crowns, though less common nowadays, offer remarkable durability and biocompatibility, stainless steel crowns find frequent use for temporary restorations in children or as long-term solutions for back teeth.
Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns
Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns combine the strength of metal with the aesthetics of porcelain, featuring a metal base covered with porcelain for durability and natural-looking results.
Composite Crowns
Composite crowns, made from tooth-colored composite resin, present a more economical option for repairing damaged teeth, offering satisfactory aesthetic results for visible teeth.
CEREC Crowns
CEREC crowns, also known as same-day crowns, leverage computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology for fabrication in a single dental visit, ensuring convenience and efficiency for patients.
Reasons to Opt for Dental Crowns
Dental crowns serve multifaceted purposes, rendering them invaluable for various dental concerns. Primarily, they restore and fortify damaged or weakened teeth, offering protection and support against extensive decay, fractures, or large fillings, thereby preventing further damage and conserving natural tooth structure.
Additionally, crowns enhance teeth appearance by improving shape, size, and color, covering stains, discoloration, or misshapen teeth, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing smile. Particularly, porcelain and ceramic crowns seamlessly blend with natural teeth, integrating with adjacent dentition.
Dental crowns play a vital role in preserving tooth function, notably after root canal therapy, by restoring strength and guarding against further infection or fracture, enabling patients to retain their natural teeth and maintain proper chewing and speech function.
Crowns contribute to dental implant restoration by replacing missing teeth, affixing to dental implants surgically implanted in the jawbone, offering a stable and permanent tooth replacement solution.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Crowns
The expense of dental crowns varies based on factors such as crown type, material, treatment complexity, and geographical location. Generally, dental crowns represent a moderately priced dental treatment, offering substantial benefits in durability, aesthetics, and functionality.
Porcelain and ceramic crowns tend to be pricier than metal or composite crowns due to their lifelike appearance and superior aesthetics. Similarly, zirconia crowns, known for their strength and durability, may command a higher cost.
Treatment complexity influences overall costs, with extensive dental work or additional procedures like root canal therapy increasing expenses accordingly.
Geographical location also affects pricing, with disparities between regions and even within the same area influenced by local labor costs, overheads, and market demand.
Dental crowns offer long-term benefits in terms of durability and function, with proper care ensuring years of protection and aesthetic enhancement.
Advantages of Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry delivers a myriad of benefits, addressing diverse dental issues to restore oral health, function, and aesthetics. Chief among these benefits is the capacity to repair and strengthen damaged or decayed teeth, with treatments like dental fillings, crowns, and bridges preserving structural integrity and preventing further decay or deterioration, safeguarding natural tooth structure.
Restorative dentistry enhances chewing function and speech clarity, enabling individuals to chew food comfortably and speak clearly, enhancing overall quality of life. Restored dental function promotes better nutrition and digestion, supporting holistic health and well-being.
Temporary versus Permanent Crowns
Temporary and permanent crowns fulfill distinct roles in dental restoration. Temporary crowns serve as interim restorations until permanent crowns, crafted in a dental laboratory, are ready. They offer protection and aesthetics for the prepared tooth and are typically made from acrylic or composite materials, designed for easy removal during permanent crown fitting and placement.
In contrast, permanent crowns are enduring restorations intended to provide lasting protection for the tooth. Custom-made to match natural teeth in shape, size, and color, they offer seamless integration and can be fabricated from dental crown materials like porcelain, ceramic, metal, or combinations such as porcelain-fused-to-metal. Once affixed, permanent crowns provide stability, strength, and functionality for years.
How do You Take Care of Your Crowns?
First, do not bite on hard foods or consume sticky ones because they lead to immediate damage to the prosthesis. Sticky foods can move the crowns from their position, so avoid them. Make sure that you do not lose track of your daily oral hygiene. Dental crowns should be looked after just like normal natural teeth. Our dentist recommends that you get an interdental brush since it works more effectively if you have crowns. It can clean beneath the crowns. Also floss regularly and ensure you come to our office regularly for checkups. We want to make sure that your prosthesis is working properly and your gums and teeth are in good shape.
Effective Communication with Your Dentist on Crown Selection
Clear communication with our dentist regarding crown selection involves expressing concerns, preferences, and expectations clearly. Share specific requirements concerning aesthetics, durability, and cost. Dentists assess individual dental needs, considering factors like tooth location, bite alignment, and overall oral health to recommend the most suitable crown material, ensuring tailored treatment plans.
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