Aesthetic Crowns

What Is A Crown?

A crown – sometimes called a cap – is a tooth like covering placed over a carefully prepared existing tooth. A crown is placed on an individual tooth much like a thimble over your finger.

When are Crowns Needed?

Crowns are recommended when damage to a person’s teeth is extreme and there is no longer sufficient tooth structure left to place a filling. Crowns are used to...

• Strengthen teeth, including root canal treated teeth
• Restore heavily filled/worn teeth
• Improve the appearance of teeth
• Protect fractured teeth
• Accommodate the attachment of a fixed bridge

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What Are Crowns Made From?

Traditionally crowns were made from superior materials such as semi precious or precious metals (gold) or a combination of metals fused to porcelain.

These crowns are good but it is important not to show any metal or they are not as cosmetic as they should be.

Also old style crowns have a distinctive dark metal margin or “blue halo” that become visible around the gum line with age.

Additionally many people have demonstrated an allergic reaction to the metal under the porcelain.

AESTHETIC CROWNS

Today with advances in technology at Island Dental we can offer natural looking crowns that look like real teeth.

With aesthetic crowns NO metal is in contact with the gum tissues so allergic reactions and the unsightly dark line are a thing of the past.

In some cases we will recommend all porcelain crowns that have the advantage of being translucent, like natural teeth, and are the most aesthetic crowns of them all. They have both strength and beauty.

Both aesthetics (appearance) and function are considered when selecting the material most suitable for you.

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How Long Will Crowns Last?

Crowns are used for long lasting correction of major dental problems. It is not unusual to see crowns that have been in place for 20 to 30 years, which is as close to permanent as dental treatment can get.

The best way to make the most out of your crown is to care for it as you would any other teeth you wish to preserve.

Proper oral hygiene, including flossing at least once a day and brushing twice daily is just as important as ever to help keep your teeth and gums healthy, along with regular hygiene appointments.

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