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A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size.
There are different factors that may contribute to erosion, cracking and breaking of your teeth, such as age, fillings or tooth decay. In cosmetic dentistry, crowns are used to solve these kinds of problems. Dental crowns cover the entire surface of the affected tooth adding strength, durability and stability.
Basically, there are three types of crowns: those made out of metal ideal for the back teeth; porcelain, recommended for front teeth; and porcelain fused with metal that are strong and have a natural appearance.
Dental Crowns can help to improve the appearance and health of your teeth, and they provide protection for future cracks or tooth decay.
CEREC (CEramic REConstruction) Technology
CEREC dental restoration is an advanced computerized system that is used to replace fillings or restore teeth that are decayed, weakened or broken. The CEREC advantages of a CEREC crown include:
- Completed in ONE VISIT! - less freezing, drilling and time spent in the dental chair.
- No uncomfortable impressions or temporary crowns.
- Healthy alternative to traditional metals.
- Beauty and function - Ceramic is durable, natural looking and closely matches the features of enamel.
Treatment Procedure
After a careful assessment, your tooth will be will be cleaned and prepared. Once all the old filling and/or decay is removed, the CEREC digital camera takes an optical impression of your tooth. Using information from the digital image, the state-of-the-art CEREC milling machine's diamond coated burs then shape your crown from a ceramic block. The final step involves fitting, adjusting your bite, polishing and bonding your CEREC crown permanently in place.
The crown will protect your tooth however as with all procedures, proper home care and regular dental visits will help prolong the life of your new crown.