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Dentist Crowns
Overview
Dental crowns are fixed prosthetic teeth. Crowns can be made of ceramic, metal or a combination of both. A crown is used to cover or ‘cap’ a damaged tooth. It is used for the following reasons:
- To protect a cracked or weak tooth from breaking further
- To restore a broken down or broken tooth
- To cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there is insufficient tooth structure
- To cover misshaped or severely discoloured teeth for aesthetic reasons
over 20years of experience
Benefits of Dental Crowns
Long lasting – they can be made from a variety of materials from porcelain to metal, even gold. Your dentist can advise which is best for your needs.
Book Appointment Protection – By capping a damaged tooth it can be saved from extraction and replacement options.
Aesthetics – the shape and colour of a tooth can be improved with the use of a ceramic crown.
DENTAL CROWNS
Treatment Process
Treatment Planning
The first stage of treatment is to discuss the functionality and aesthetics of your teeth, such as the length, shape and colour. Your dentist and dental ceramist will construct the final crowns based on this information. Your dentist will then prepare your teeth by removing a layer from the surface of your tooth. This allows the final crowns to fit onto your existing teeth.
It normally takes 2 – 3 weeks to custom make porcelain crowns, you will be given temporary crowns during this time to protect your teeth.
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Treatment Completion
Once the permanent crowns are ready, they are checked for colour and fit before finally bonding them in place. The teeth are cleaned with a chemical that helps bond the crown to the tooth. After the cement is placed between the crown and your tooth, a light beam activates the cement to bond the crown firmly.
Results & Maintenance
Your crown will look and feel like a natural tooth. Dental crowns can transform an unattractive smile so not only will you have functionality but many people report that their self-esteem has approved markedly too! Your dentist will adjust your occlusion, or ‘bite’, to ensure you are comfortable.
As with your natural teeth, you should return to your dentist every six months for a check-up and hygiene appointment.
Do You Need Dental Crowns?
If you suffer from cracked tooth syndrome or have a fractured tooth, a crown may be a necessary treatment. It will hold the tooth together and stop you from feeling pain when using this tooth.
Likewise, dental crowns are often required for patients whose teeth are weaker and need additional protection. This can be from severe teeth wear as a result of acid erosion or grinding, or from having a root canal treatment where the tooth has been hollowed out to remove an infection.
For aesthetic concerns such as misshaped or discoloured teeth, severely worn teeth, dental crowns can also be an ideal treatment.
During your initial consultation appointment, your dentist will assess your teeth and discuss your treatment options with you. Whatever your concern, whether it’s aesthetic, financial or fear of dental treatment, communicate openly with your dentist so that all your needs can be met.
No matter how well you take care of your teeth, there will likely come a time in your life when you need to go to the dentist to have a hole filled or a tooth reinforced. Whether you have a cracked tooth, a tooth with a hole too big for a filling, have recently had a root canal treatment or even simply have discoloured teeth, dental crowns can provide the extra protection that your teeth need.
How dental crowns work
Depending on your unique dental issue, dental crowns work to permanently restore, protect and support teeth that need it. They are used in cases where the root of the tooth is still intact but the surface needs to be covered. By being placed over a tooth, dental crowns act as a sort of “cap” — restoring a tooth’s structure, protecting any holes from further decay and even improving their aesthetic appearance.
Different types of dental crowns in Sydney
Dental crowns can be made from various materials and the right crown for you will depend on your unique anatomy and dental situation. At CARE Implants in Sydney, our dental crowns can be made of ceramic, metal, porcelain and even gold. Your dentist will advise you what your options are.
Benefits of dental crowns
There are many benefits of choosing to have dental crowns, including:
- Longevity — Dental crows are not only a permanent solution to various dental problems but also prolong the life of your teeth by protecting them from further damage and potential extraction.
- Aesthetics — While the main reason for getting dental crowns in Sydney is usually to protect and support damaged teeth, the shape and colour of a tooth can be improved with the use of a ceramic crown.
- Easy process — Unlike having teeth removed and implants installed, dental crowns only take a couple of hours to fit onto your existing teeth, once your crown is made. Additionally, the process of having your crowns installed is virtually painless as your mouth will be numbed before any filling or fitting is done by your dentist.
Treatment process
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Treatment planning
The first stage of treatment is to discuss the functionality and aesthetics of your teeth, such as the length, shape and colour. Your dentist and dental ceramist will construct the final crowns based on this information. Then your teeth will be prepared by removing a layer from the surface. This allows the final crowns to tightly and securely fit onto your existing teeth.
While it usually takes 2–3 weeks to custom make porcelain dental crowns in Sydney, you will be given temporary crowns during this time to protect your teeth.
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Treatment completion
When the permanent crowns are ready, they are checked for colour and fit before finally being bonded to the tooth. Your teeth will be cleaned with a chemical that helps bond the crown to the tooth. After the cement is placed between the crown and your tooth, a light beam activates the cement to bond the crown firmly.
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Results & maintenance
Once your crowns have bonded, your dentist will adjust your bite to ensure you are comfortable. Your crown will look and feel like a natural tooth. Dental crowns can not only ensure you have full oral functionality but many people report that their self-esteem improves markedly too!
As is recommended for your natural teeth, you should return to your dentist every six months for a check-up and oral hygiene appointment.
What you need to know about getting crowns in Sydney
Just like dental implants, crowns are a very popular dental solution in Australia. Whatever your concern, whether it’s aesthetic, financial or fear of dental treatment, communicate openly with your dentist so that all your needs can be met.
If you’re wondering about the cost of dental crowns in Sydney, it’s hard to provide you with a rough estimate as it varies greatly depending on the type and quality of crown used. To get a more accurate idea of how much a dental crown costs, please get in touch with our team to find out.
Make a booking with the experts today
With more than 25 years of experience in complex aesthetic and implant rehabilitation, CARE Implants is the place to go to get dental crowns in Sydney. If you have any questions about our services, please reach out to us or have a read of our FAQs. Please note that we only take bookings via referrals.