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Dental Crowns

Why do I need a dental crown?

Crowns are commonly used to repair damage that has affected the structure and function of a tooth. If you have a large fracture in one of your teeth, a crown can protect the remaining part of the tooth and provide an effective restoration. Crowns are much stronger than fillings, so are often used if part of your tooth has been lost due to decay or general damage. If you grind your teeth, crowns can be placed over worn or damaged teeth for added protection.

Crowns can also be used for cosmetic purposes to improve the look of a tooth. In some cases, we may use a crown to restore a tooth following a root canal treatment for an aesthetic and reliable finish.

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Dental Crowns

Types of crowns available at Pearl Dental Clinic

At Pearl Dental Clinic, we provide a range of crowns and are happy to help you find the best option for you.

Ceramic crowns

All ceramic crowns have no grey metal inside. Therefore, they are often used for the visible front teeth. If over time, the gum recedes, there will be no grey metal margin on show. All ceramic crowns are the most aesthetically pleasing crowns.

Zirconia crowns

Zirconia crowns are usually used for back molar teeth. These crowns have no porcelain, so the risk of crown fracture is far less. These crowns need minimal tooth reduction and are almost as strong as gold crowns. Zirconia crowns are not quite as aesthetically pleasing as ceramic crowns but are still white in colour and look natural.

Porcelain bonded to metal crowns

Porcelain bonded to metal crowns have a metal core on the inside and porcelain bonded to the outside. However, the thin porcelain layer can fracture more easily than other crowns. These crowns were extensively used in the past but have now been mostly replaced by Zirconia and ceramic crowns.

Gold crowns

Gold crowns are the strongest type available. They are usually used for back molar teeth and need minimal tooth reduction. Gold crowns are the most expensive and least aesthetic crowns and are mainly used in patients who have serious issues with teeth clenching and grinding.

Inlays and onlays

Inlays and onlays can be used to restore areas of damage that are too extensive to be treated with a normal filling. They also provide a less invasive and more affordable alternative to a crown. They require less tooth shaving and can improve function, appearance and strength.

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What does the treatment involve?

Initially, we assess your tooth and take an X-ray to ensure it is healthy. We discuss your options with you so you receive the crown that best suits your needs and preferences.

We prepare your tooth by removing a layer of tooth structure, making sure we leave a strong core. We take quick and comfortable digital scans of your mouth using our state-of-the-art equipment, so your crown can be custom made to your exact specifications. We place a temporary crown to protect your prepared tooth between appointments.

When your crown is ready, we remove the temporary crown and fit your permanent one in place using high strength resin cement. To strengthen the chemical bond this provides between tooth and crown, we use the AquaCare Air Abrasion system to provide an additional mechanical bond, significantly reducing the risk of debonding in the future.

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With good regular maintenance, dental crowns can last 10-15 years. You can then have a replacement crown made to fit exactly over your tooth.

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