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Crown
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What is a Crown? |
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When we speak of crown one imagines we are speaking of royalty. In a manner of speaking
yes, if you consider your teeth an important part of your body. Crowns, royal though
they may sound, are meant to more than decorate your teeth. They are meant to protect
your teeth in more ways than one. They are a long-term method of restoring a damaged
tooth to normal size and function. The crown is perhaps the most widely used dental
aid. And its applications are equally wide.
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Who Needs a Crown?
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Badly decayed teeth
Cracked teeth
Large fillings that need support
Abutments for a bridge
Weak and brittle teeth
Fractured teeth
Badly shaped teeth
Discoloured teeth
Root canal treated tooth |
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Badly Decayed Teeth
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Cracked Teeth
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Large Fillings that Need Support
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Abutments For a Bridge
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Weak and Brittle Teeth
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Fractured Teeth
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Badly Shaped Teeth
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Discoloured Teeth
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Root Canal Treated Tooth
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Treatment Procedure
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Examination of teeth
Oral examination is carried out
If necessary X-rays will be taken
If required anaesthesia will be given
Impression will be taken for to make temporary crown.
Preparation of tooth is carried out
An accurate impression is taken
Selection of shade
Fixing of a temporary crown
Metal trial is carried out
Check bite for occlusion
Cementation of a permanent crown
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Preparation of Tooth is Carried Out
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An accurate Impression is Taken |
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Fixing of a Temporary Crown |
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Metal Trial is Carried Out |
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Cementation of a Permanent Crown |
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Types of Crowns
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The coronation might stand up to
ceremony, but you still have a choice of crowns. The dentist will recommend you
the right kind of material for the crown depending on the position of the affected
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- Ceramic crown
- Precious metal
- Non-precious metal
- Resin Crown
- Metallic crown
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Ceramic Crown |
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Precious Metal |
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Non-Precious Metal |
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Resin Crown |
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Metallic Crown |
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How Many Visits? |
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Depending on the nature of your problem,
fixing a crown to rectify it can take anything from a three to five visits. |
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Advantages |
Crowns are much superior to most other kinds of bonding material. And the scales
tip much in their favour. Crowns are so precisely placed that no one can make out
the difference. Infact they will allow you to never miss your original teeth. Yes,
they look very natural.
- Longer life span than bonding
- Resist stains better
- Resist to stains
- Don't lose colour easily
- Resist chipping and cracking
- Nearest thing to natural teeth.
- Long-lasting
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Disadvantages |
As it involves altering your natural teeth, and a little anaesthesia, you are bound
to feel a certain degree of discomfort.
- Modification of Natural teeth
- Chances of new decay along gum line if care is not taken properly
- Cost is higher than other procedure
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How Long Will it Last? |
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A properly fitted crown can last
for 3-10 years, though it is not uncommon to see crowns that have lasted over a
dozen years, if care is taken properly. |
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Home Care |
A crown is after all a crown. It can never be like your original teeth, so you need
to take the necessary precautions and maintain oral hygiene at all times. And remember
the good crown can last a long long time.
- Avoid chewing very hard foods
- Avoid grinding your teeth
- Brush
- Floss Put from brushing Use interdental brush
- Take special care of gum line
- Visit your dentist regularly for checking and cleaning
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Alternative |
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Crown is the only choice when tooth
is having serious decay but if decay is limited to front surface Veneers or Bonding
can be done. |
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Summary and Conclusion
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A seriously damaged tooth can be saved by putting a crown on it to prevent further
damage and complications arising due to loss of teeth.
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