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Dental Crowns and what they do, a Bootle dentist gives us the facts

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:15:11 +0000

A dental Crown or Cap is one of the most important tools in the box of tricks used by a dentist. After a lot of work is carried out on the teeth a cap or crown is needed to seal up the tooth and make infections impossible, says a Bootle dentist. A root canal will destroy a lot of the tooth during the procedure and a crown will be needed to seal the tooth back up, it is a routine procedure that is used to get rid of deeply instilled infections within the inner chamber, to get to it the dental surgeon will take out all of the inner part of the tooth. The Porcelain crown may be made before hand or it may consist of a mix made in the surgery, and then sculptured by the surgeon to look natural. If we chip or crack a tooth the chip can be ground out, and then a crown will cover the top of the tooth to hide the missing enamel. A bridge is a crown as it will also need to fit over the anchor teeth either side of the false tooth being fitted. In this instance the anchors are ground down all round to the same size as the inside of the bridge teeth, it is then fitted over the natural tooth and cemented on. There are many uses for a crown and using a new method of making them called the CEREC method, a dentist can make a crown from a blank in the surgery, without using a dental technician to make it before hand.

Protect damaged tooth with dental crown from Bootle dentist

admin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:09:58 +0000

Cracked, chipped or broken teeth can be a great source of pain as any kind of structural damage can affect the very sensitive dental nerve in the centre of the tooth. Likewise, a dental cavity that has not been treated will eventually penetrate to the soft and sensitive central part of the tooth and cause infection or pain. But there is a dental treatment specifically designed to protect teeth from this happening.

A dental crown is an artificial tooth cap that is fixed over the top of the damaged tooth protecting all parts of it exposed above the gum line. Usually made of porcelain, metal or a combination of both, dental crowns can last up to twenty years if properly cared for and act as barrier against pain, decay and infection.

In the last few years new technology has been developed that has improved the quality and appearance of crowns. Chair-side reconstruction now allows the dentist to design, manufacture and fit a dental crown in the same appointment using the very latest digital x-raying and computer-guided equipment.

The cost of a dental crown from a Bootle dentist will depend on the severity of the damage and the nature of the treatment you want to have. Porcelain crowns may be more expensive but they are better quality and will often last longer but there are many options available to you.

Fitting a crown may involve some enamel removal so that it can fit naturally in the mouth over the exiting tooth, but as crowns become thinner and stronger this may not always be the case. They are usually cemented in place with a composite resin bonding which is tooth coloured to add to the cosmetic appearance of the crown.

Dental crown from Bootle dentist saves tooth

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 04:59:21 +0000

Dental injuries like chipped, cracked or broken teeth can be very painful. They can also be very troublesome to repair. The dentist will first try to fix the damage using composite dental bonding, which is usually made form tooth-coloured resin. However, if the damage is too severe, dental bonding may not be enough to preserve the functionality of the tooth. To prevent further damage and even loss of the tooth the dentist may have to secure it using a dental crown.

Dental crowns can also be used when the integrity of a tooth has been undermined by tooth decay. If a significant proportion of the tooth has been destroyed by decay, the tooth may be so weak it can be at risk of cracking or breaking off all together. To sure up the tooth and prevent further damage, a crown will be place over the tooth and cemented in place. A similar process is needed when a patient has undergone a root canal procedure. Not only will the crown protect the tooth, but it can also preserve the aesthetic appearance of the teeth as a whole.

As dental technology has progressed over the last twenty years, dental crowns have become stronger and more realistic. The crowns of the past were often poorly made and unrealistic in appearance. With modern methods, crowns can be designed and manufactured with help of 3D imaging, digital x-rays and computer aided manufacture to look completely lifelike and fit incredibly well.

Crowns are slightly thicker than veneers and so require a portion of the existing tooth to be ground away so that they can be fitted. This will take place under anaesthetic to minimise the discomfort experienced by the patient. The crown will then be cemented into place on top of the existing tooth.

If properly cared for and maintained with good oral hygiene a well fitted crown should last between ten and fifteen years. A dental crown can cost anything between £250 and £2,000 depending on which tooth it is and the extent of treatment necessary. If you think you may require a dental crown, consult your Bootle dentist at your next dental check up. They will be able to offer advice on the best course of action.

Look Younger with Dental Crowns from Aintree Dentist

admin — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:06:34 +0000

Dental crowns from your favorite dentist will give you at least three benefits:

• You will protect your teeth from further damage,
• You will have better bite and
• You will have a more captivating smile.

Needless to say, you will look better and more confident.

A dental crown is a cap that your dentist will fit over the remaining part of your damaged tooth.

Why do you need a dental crown?
• You may have had a root canal treatment, so you need to protect your treated tooth from bacterial contamination.
• Your tooth fillings may have been discoloured and you want to make them appear naturally white and clean.
• Your tooth may have been broken or damaged and you want to protect it from further damage.
• You may want to keep your denture or bridge securely in place.

How is a dental crown fitted?

• First, your dentist will shape your damaged tooth and prepare it for the overlaying of the dental crown.
• Then your dentist will take an impression of your tooth using a moulding material. The dentist will also do color matching to ensure that your crown will have the same color as your adjacent teeth. The dentist will then send the mould and color match for crown manufacture.
• While waiting for the crown to be made, usually for two to three weeks, your prepared tooth will be protected with a temporary crown.
• Finally, your dentist will remove the temporary crown and then replace it with the permanent dental crown by using dental bond.

Sounds easy? With the expertise of your Aintree dentist, your dental crown will solve your tooth problem in no time.