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CROWNS
At Eastgate Dental & Cosmetic Centre a crown is a cap that is placed over existing teeth that have been damaged to strengthen them and restore their function and aesthetics.
CROWNS
At Eastgate Dental & Cosmetic Centre, a crown is a cap that is placed over existing teeth that have been damaged to strengthen them and restore their function and aesthetics.
WHAT ARE DENTAL CROWNS?
A crown is a cap that is placed over existing teeth that have been damaged to strengthen them and restore their function and aesthetics. They can be constructed from a variety of different materials from precious metal, ceramic, or porcelain.
Crowns can be used to restore teeth that have been fractured, discoloured, formed large cavities, and can be used in restoration of a dental implant and following root canal treatment.
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT PROCESS FOR A DENTAL CROWN?
Following an assessment to ensure the suitability of the tooth for a crown, the tooth is prepared using dental instruments called burs under local anaesthetic. There is a reduction of the tooth material and size, followed by an analogue or digital impression of the prepared teeth. The reduction in size is to ensure there is space for the crown to be fitted.
This impression is then sent to a dental laboratory, which is when the crown is fabricated by highly skilled technicians. Whilst your crown is being made a temporary crown will be fitted in place to help protect the underlying tooth.
When the crown is ready to be fitted, the temporary one will be removed carefully first, and the new crown is tried in. This is to check the fit, colour, bite, and general appearance of the crown. Finally, the crown is cemented in with dental cement or adhesive.
HOW LONG GOES A DENTAL CROWN LAST?
A good quality and well-fitting crown can last for 15 years with very minimal complications; however, the underlying tooth can still suffer from gum disease and decay if not cared for correctly with good flossing and tooth brushing technique.
The crown material can also fracture and wear down over time. Your dentist will go through with you the correct cleaning and hygiene protocol for your crown and discuss any other concerns you may have.
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