The oral cavity can face many problems, but missing teeth is one of the most serious. They can significantly worsen the quality of life, making it difficult or impossible to eat certain foods or dishes. Of course, they also affect the aesthetics of the smile and face, and the aging wrinkles resulting from missing teeth reduce self-confidence. A practical solution to the problem turns out to be the use of dental crowns, which allow for the effective reconstruction of lost teeth. Dental crowns and other treatments are available in our local Southampton based dental clinic
What are dental crowns?
Dental crowns are a type of tooth-shaped caps on teeth. However, it is not a sufficient component. A unique foundation is also necessary for its proper placement over the tooth. Dental crowns Southampton can be made from porcelain or composite materials. Before cementing the permanent crown, the dentist needs to thoroughly clean and ground it so that the dental crown materials can permanently adhere to the natural tooth tissue. In our clinic, the tooth doctor interviews the patient before choosing the material for the framework. We mustn’t also overlook the question of allergies and personal preferences. The choice of a particular material is connected with slight or no color differences: zirconium oxide guarantees a more natural effect than a metal framework. The crown itself can be made of porcelain or composite. Porcelain provides a better organoleptic experience and allows the patients to feel like it was their natural tooth.
What does the dental crown procedure look like?
The crowning process usually requires two visits to the dentist’s clinic. We prepare and ground the tooth during the first appointment before installing the crown. The second visit ends with cementing the permanent crown. During the tooth examination at our Southampton practice, we pay particular attention to the health of the tooth root. If the tooth or root is damaged or at risk of damage, we recommend healing the tooth before a crown. If there are no other contraindications, we can ground down the tooth under anesthesia to prepare it for the dental crown Hampshire. Previously, it is also necessary to take a dental impression, based on which we will create a proper prosthesis. The tooth prepared for the crown before the procedure is protected by a temporary crown placed during the first visit. During the last visit, we removed the temporary crown and replaced it with a permanent one.
When should you decide to dental crowns in Shouthampton?
Dental crowns Southampton are used when cavities are too large and a tooth is fractured or to protect a weak tooth from breaking. They are also often recommended when it is necessary to fix a dental bridge and cover an implant or a tooth after root canal treatment. Dental crowns can also help to protect a misshapen or discolored tooth.
What are the contraindications of dental crown?
There are three main contraindications that eliminate of the installation of crowns. These include:
- untreated teeth,
- periodontal disease,
- metal crowns placed on front teeth.