What's The Best Crown for Your Tooth?

What's The Best Crown for Your Tooth?

Did you know that the average American loses approximately 12 adult teeth by 50? This statistic is unfortunate and frightening, but it is also preventable.

A quick solution to your dental problems 

Did you know that the average American loses approximately 12 adult teeth by 50? This statistic is unfortunate and frightening, but it is also preventable. 

Taking care of your teeth and visiting the dentist regularly is crucial to keeping your teeth healthy. But sometimes, even with all the precautions you can take, it is inevitable that some problems will arise. Preserving your smile for the rest of your life is essential. 

These problems can mostly be quickly fixed with a dental crown.

Why are crowns your best choice? 

There are many things a dental crown can do for you. It can seal a tooth after a root canal, cover cosmetic defects, repair decay, prevent the need for tooth extraction by preserving the structure, or combine with other dental restorations to replace a missing tooth. It is a very versatile procedure.

Dental crowns are typically used early in a tooth's life to help prevent cracks and fractures over time. This prolongs the life of the tooth so that implants or root canals do not have to be placed later on. 

If you already have tooth damage, a crown can still help. Our dental Innovations Mesa professionals use crowns and restorative dentistry technologies such as dental inlays and onlays, full dental implants, bridges, or veneers to ensure that your smile is beautiful, stable, and permanent. 

Different types of dental crown available for you 

As you already know, crowns can relieve dental pain, restore the health and functionality of a tooth and protect it from future damage, so they must be strong enough to withstand the same force as natural teeth. 

When your dentist suggests you need a dental crown, a question may come to mind: What type of dental crown is best for me? 

You need to know the materials you can get your dental crowns made of. This will help you find an option that fits your needs and treatment priorities, from the durability and longevity of the crown to its appearance.

The available materials that you can currently find are: 

Metal crowns

Let's start with the most durable material. Metal crowns are durable and will last longer than any other material available. These crowns are excellent for reinforcing dental bridges. Typically, the metals used will be gold, platinum, or a metal alloy usually containing nickel. 

Ceramic or porcelain crowns 

A fantastic option for people with metal allergies is a ceramic or porcelain crown. They contain no metal and are the most realistic option. Ceramic or porcelain can be shaded to match your natural teeth perfectly. Therefore, ceramic or porcelain crowns can be used in the front or back of the mouth. 

Porcelain fused to metal crowns 

A great alternative to both metal and porcelain is a combination of both. By selecting porcelain fused to a metal crown, you can achieve the strength and durability of a metal crown with the appearance and aesthetics of a porcelain crown. 

Resin crowns

One of the least expensive alternatives is a resin crown. Like porcelain or ceramic, these crowns can be colored to match the color of your natural teeth. 

The best dental crown for your teeth at Mesa, AZ

Although a dental crown is an investment, it will make you look and feel like the king or queen you are. Our experts know that everyone's needs and treatment desires are different, so no one type of crown is objectively the best choice for every person. 

No matter what material you decide on for your dental crowns, our dentists at Dental Innovations Mesa have you covered. Our professionals pride themselves on using the most up-to-date techniques and materials when working in your mouth.

Now that you know which dental crown material is the right choice for you, it's time to get started on your restorative dentistry. Please schedule an appointment with our experts in Mesa, AZ, to discuss the next steps toward getting a crown for your teeth. 

We look forward to helping you keep your beautiful smile for the rest of your life! After all, our priority is for you to leave our office with a healthy, happy smile. So to schedule an appointment, contact our professionals at (480) 985-1910 or visit us here.