When tooth decay has caused damage to your smile, a dentist will likely recommend a dental crown to repair your tooth and protect it from future damage. Contact the team at Fair Oaks Family Dental in Pasadena to receive excellent care and high-quality crowns
What is a Crown?
Also known as caps, dental crowns are custom-fit to cover the entire biting surface and sides of the tooth. Made from a variety of durable materials, crowns protect your tooth and restore normal biting and chewing function.
There are many situations where the placement of a dental crown is necessary and beneficial. To achieve optimal results, underlying oral health concerns, such as gum disease and poor oral hygiene habits, should be treated first. Once your treatment is complete, crowns can be used to repair conditions such as:
- Broken or fractured teeth
- Dental decay
- Teeth that have received root canal treatment
- Replacement of large or damaged fillings
- Enhancement of dental aesthetics
What Materials Are Used to Make Crowns?
Crowns are most frequently made of dental grade ceramic that is durable and matches the color or your natural teeth. Aside from porcelain, there are a variety of choices of materials which are biocompatible and can meet different aesthetic and durability needs.
Bruxer- Bruxer is a heavy-duty porcelain alternative that’s been formulated for strength and durability. These kinds of crowns are usually used to cap teeth such as molars. Because these teeth do most of the biting and chewing, they must be able to withstand force and pressure.
PFM- Porcelain fused to a metal frame combines the best features of both materials. The porcelain is natural-looking and can be color-matched for aesthetic purposes, and the metal frame makes the crown stronger and more durable.
Zirconia- This material is highly durable. It is similar to porcelain in appearance but is derived from metal. Zirconia crowns can be measured, fitted, and placed in a single appointment, which makes them convenient and efficient.
Gold- This metal is durable, long-lasting, and soft enough to leave surrounding natural teeth undamaged.
Our Pasadena dental team can help you determine if a crown is the most appropriate treatment option for you. For more information and a comprehensive evaluation, contact Fair Oaks Family Dental today!