When a tooth has been damaged but hasn’t fallen out, a crown is an excellent option to restore the shape, appearance, and function of your tooth. Your dentist will place a crown on your tooth if you have a large filling in the tooth, a root canal, or have broken the tooth. A crown is a hollow artificial tooth that is used to cover the damaged tooth, helping to restore the tooth and protect it from further harm. You may choose to have a crown on your tooth if you have a discolored or misshapen tooth: a crowned tooth looks and works the same way as a natural tooth. When you are considering having a tooth crowned, it is important to consider all the material options that are available.
Metal Crowns
These are permanent crowns that are made of gold. While they last a long time, and won’t chip, break or wear down your surrounding natural teeth, the gold color doesn’t look natural. For this reason, metal crowns are not typically used on front teeth.
Composite Crowns
One advantage to composite crowns is that they look natural. However, they are more prone to staining because brushing tends to remove the highly polished surface of the composite crown. While composite crowns aren’t likely to chip, these crowns tend to wear easily from chewing.
Porcelain Crowns
One of the most popular types of crowns in Grand Island, NE, are porcelain crowns. Porcelain crowns look the most natural. They are also the most brittle and likely to chip. Due to their brittle quality, porcelain crowns are not typically used on back teeth but are a good choice for your front teeth.
Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns
These crowns have the natural look of porcelain combined with the strength of metal crowns, making them a popular choice. Depending on the design of the crown, the metal may show, especially if your gums are thin or shrink. Click here for more information on crowns, and what option is right for you.
