DENTAL CROWNS

A crown can best be described as a prosthetic cap that fits over your own tooth. A crown is considered to be one of the most versatile dentistry options when it comes to getting your teeth back to their former glory. It can also prevent further damage by protecting the cracked, compromised, or decayed teeth, and it is a preferred cosmetic technique to whiten stained or discolored teeth.

A crown, once fitted, is the visible part of your tooth that everyone will see, which is why they are customized to meet your needs, considering everything from your alignment and bite to the color, shape as well as the size of your natural teeth.

DENTAL IMPLANT CROWNS

While a dental crown is fitted to a tooth with an existing root structure, a dental implant crown replaces an entire tooth or teeth, including the root. Unlike a dental crown that sits above the gumline, an implant is placed into the jawbone, and a dental implant crown is then attached by a screw. The implant is below the gum line and not visible.

Dental implant crowns are incredibly durable and can last a long time, but you still need to take care of them, making sure the gum around the implant is always clean. Even though it has an artificial root structure and tooth, infection can still occur, and the implant may need to be removed.

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Having teeth that are cracked or missing, especially right in the front part of your mouth, can make you feel self-conscious about talking or smiling. Dental crowns help restore your smile, so you can feel more comfortable around others and gain confidence. These caps or coverings go over cracked or decayed teeth or replace missing teeth when combined with implants

There are implant options other than traditional implant. There are narrow diameter implants that may be used in some situations where the jaw bone is thin. In the past these implants were called “mini implants” and were intended for temporary use. The modern narrow diameter implants are now approved for permanent use. There are also short body implants that may be used in some situations. These implants can be used in certain patient situations where the bone height is too short for conventional implants.