docvbansal@gmail.com
These crowns are ideally suited to people who prefer a natural appearance, as they are the most cosmetically pleasing crowns.
The biggest advantage of placing an all-ceramic crown, instead of other types, has to do with appearance, as it has superior aesthetics.
These crowns are ideally suited when patients prefer a natural appearance where metal compatibility issues exist.
They may be more suitable for people with metal allergies as there is no risk of an allergic reaction or sensitivity to hot or cold foods.
The average life of a crown is around 10 years. The most important factor affecting the lifespan of any restorative treatment is oral hygiene of the patient.
There are two types of ceramic crown:
PFM Crowns are a combination of porcelain/ceramic and metal crowns. These crowns have metal inside and porcelain outside, which gives the crown a natural-looking appearance. These are second to all-ceramic crowns in appearance and resemble natural teeth. However, the metal underlying the crown’s porcelain can create a dark line. Even if some of its surface layer of ceramic/porcelain fractures off, the metal substructure underneath will stay intact, maintaining the crown’s seal and reinforcement of the tooth. The best part of these crowns is their stability and strength. These are best for patients looking for a natural look as well as durability.
A Bridge is made of two crowns, one on each tooth on either side of the gap. It replaces missing teeth or a couple of useless teeth by using the surrounding teeth as a foundation. This creates a literal “bridge” between the remaining teeth and one or more missing teeth. The bridge is supported by either natural teeth or dental implants.
