| Crown restorations are
similar to veneers, because they too are attached to individual
teeth. Pictured is a before and after example of how crowns can
dramatically affect one's appearance. Crowns completely cover the
tooth on all sides, helping to correct any problems that you might
have with alignment. Crowns are used to repair teeth that have
undergone root canals, have severe erosion, or extreme malposition.
The use of crowns is essential in any situation that requires
greater strength and aesthetics. Crowns are fabricated from ceramic
or ceramic and metal, and are indistinguishable from adjacent teeth. |
| Having crowns
applied takes two or three appointments so that your teeth can be
prepared and impressions can be made. The impressions are used to
fashion a porcelain crown that fits into the contour of the
remaining teeth. While your permanent crowns are being created in a
laboratory, you'll wear temporary crowns that maintain your
appearance and ability to function. Often crowns are added to
existing teeth to create better connecting surfaces for attachment
of fixed bridges and partial dentures. As with all treatments, crown
restorations require meticulous oral hygiene; proper brushing and
flossing techniques are effective in eliminating plaque and
bacteria. Crowns or caps can last the longest compared to other
treatments depending on placement and forces placed on them. |
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