Considering the Pros and Cons of Dental Crowns

Considering the Pros and Cons of Dental Crowns from Palm Beach Dentistry in Delray Beach, FLA dental crown can help to fix a variety of dental issues like chipped, cracked, broken, decayed, or deformed teeth. The crown covers up the visible part of the tooth and restores its function. Getting a dental crown placed on a tooth typically involves two trips to the dentist. The first is used to prepare the patient’s teeth for the restoration, and their custom crown is cemented into place during the second visit.

The benefits and disadvantages of getting a dental crown

Dental crowns are versatile restorations that are often combined with other oral prosthetics like dental bridges and implants. Some of the benefits of using crowns to address dental issues include:

  • Crowns can be made from a wide range of materials, giving patients lots of options. Some of the more common materials used to make crowns include porcelain, stainless steel, and gold
  • Crowns provide a long-term solution to issues they are used to fix. A crown can last up to 25 years with good oral hygiene
  • Dental crowns give patients natural-looking results. It is virtually impossible to determine if a porcelain crown is real or not. Crowns are only visible in the mouth when made from materials that cannot be color-matched with the patient’s teeth
  • Crowns are made from biocompatible materials so patients do not have to worry about having adverse reactions
  • Crowns restore the function of teeth they cover. They are designed to be able to deal with the forces generated when chewing
  • Crowns hold the remaining part of a tooth together, preventing the tooth from breaking apart further. They can be used to save severely decayed or damaged teeth because of this
  • Crowns do not require any form of specialized care. Good oral hygiene is all patients need to get the most out of their restoration

The few drawbacks associated with restoring teeth with crowns include:

  • Crowns cost more than other options like rebuilding a tooth with composite bonding
  • Enamel typically needs to be removed from the tooth being treated. This is a permanent alteration that can never be reversed. The tooth will always need a restoration to protect the dentin moving forward
  • Getting a crown placed on a tooth can lead to increased teeth sensitivity. This typically goes away after a few days
  • Crowns are not as durable as real teeth. They can handle most foods, but dentists advise against eating hard foods like ice with them

The process

Getting a crown starts with the dentist injecting the patient with an anesthetic so they do not feel pain as enamel is shaved off. An impression of the prepared tooth is taken and forwarded to a lab where crowns are made. The patient gets a temporary crown to complete the first visit. During a second appointment, the temporary crown is replaced with a customized crown.

Check out what others are saying about our dental services on Yelp: Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges in Delray Beach, FL

Repair your tooth with a crown

Need to fix a damaged or deformed tooth? Give us a call or visit our Delray Beach clinic to set up an appointment with our dentist.

Request an appointment or call Palm Beach Dentistry at 561-225-2057 for an appointment in our Delray Beach office.

Recent Posts

When A Dental Crown Is Needed For A Cavity

A dental crown is often used to treat dental cavities, especially when the cavity is too large or too deep for a dentist to repair with a dental filling. This review provides a detailed look at when a dental crown is needed to repair a tooth that has a cavity and how a dental crown…

What Does A Dentist Recommend If My Dental Crown Falls Out?

It is imperative to act quickly and responsibly after a dental crown falls out. Not all instances of a lost dental crown are an emergency, but prompt care is always strongly encouraged to reduce the risk of additional complications such as increased tooth sensitivity and pain, as well as oral infection.The following is a five-step…

How Your Dental Crowns Protect Your Teeth

The cosmetic appeal of dental crowns rests on their ability to sheathe natural teeth. A dental crown is also a custom restoration, meaning that it fits the underlying tooth like a glove. It covers the visible part of the tooth, from the biting surface to the base.These qualities make a dental cap one of the…

Recent Posts

What Type Of Dentist Offers Invisalign For Teens?

What Type Of Dentist Offers Invisalign For Teens?

Invisalign® for teens is an invisible straightening tool for your children's teeth. Invisalign uses custom, clear aligners to straighten teeth. Patients receive Invisalign aligners every two weeks. The custom trays move teeth gradually.When most people think about metal braces, they may think about teenagers. However, not all teenagers require traditional braces. Some teenagers may benefit…

What Are The Causes Of Sleep Apnea?

What Are The Causes Of Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a fairly common medical condition that affects millions of Americans every day and, in some cases, can have life-threatening side effects. To get the right kind of help for your apnea, it first helps to understand the causes of this sleep condition, what the different causes mean for treatment, and how you…