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Dental crowns – Tailored Aesthetics, Lifetime Durability

What are dental crowns?

Dental crowns (dental caps) are a permanent prosthetic solution for a lost or damaged one tooth or few teeth. They are also popularly called dental caps. Tooth protection and the return of chewing forces are the number one priority for every prosthetic solution we make at the Dentus perfectus practice while achieving a natural look. We adapt dental crowns to the natural color, shape and size of the tooth as much as possible. We use different types of materials depending on the indication. Each choice of material from which dental crowns are made has cosmetic or health reasons. Book a consultation with a Dentus perfectus dentist and protect your damaged tooth in a timely manner. 

Dental crowns are prosthetic substitutes that we attach to the natural teeth or dental implant.  Installing dental crown on the implant requires suprastructure – abutment. Abutment is build-up that is screwed in implant and allows fixation of dental crown. To conclude, purpose of dental crown is to restore teeth function and to improve its aesthetics.

What are the indications?

A fractured natural tooth

A large filling on a tooth that poses a risk of fracture

Other dental defects (appearance, shape or color of the natural tooth)

A weakened tooth after root canal treatment

Installation of a dental implant

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What are dental crowns for?

Whether it is a cavity, an infection, or a fractured tooth, all of the above can significantly weaken the tooth. Apart from their cosmetic nature, dental crowns help to protect the tooth from further damage. The primary functional role of the masticatory system is to distribute chewing forces evenly across all teeth. Therefore, a damaged tooth needs to be protected in order to achieve the correct distribution of forces during chewing and eating hard foods.

Who needs temporary crowns?

By making temporary dental crowns, we solve the aesthetic and phonetic problem in the best possible way. A temporary crown is made for the period of wearing in the next 6-12 months so that the gums and soft tissues can fully adapt to the crown. It serves to conceal the duration of therapy until the permanent crown is made. With temporary crowns, the patient can seamlessly complete the planned therapy.

What types of crowns are there?

Dental crowns differ depending on the material chosen. Permanent dental crowns can be made of metal ceramic, full ceramic (lithium disilicate), zircon ceramic (metal-free) and full zircon. In addition to permanent dental crowns, we also make temporary dental crowns.

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What does the process look like?

  • Preparing a natural tooth

Preparation for a dental crown involves grinding a natural tooth. Making a dental crown requires grinding the tooth on which the future crown will be placed and reducing its size. In this way, we leave enough space for the dental technician to make ceramic dental crowns, where 1.5mm-2.0mm of space is usually required.

  • Taking an impression or scanning the jaw

There are two ways to make a dental crown for teeth.

After preparing the tooth, we take an impression of the teeth with one of the impression materials. From this impression, a replica of your teeth or a model is made in the dental laboratory, on which dental technicians model the new tooth on which the new dental crown is made.

The second option is a scan or digital impression. Digital scanning of the teeth and oral cavity is the most relaxing part of the process for all patients. Patients describe the scan as a more comfortable and imperceptible step in the process of making dental covers.

  • Color determination 

How is the color of a dental crown chosen?

The natural color of the tooth is observed in natural light because it provides the most accurate image of the color. In addition to the color, the brightness, color intensity, shade and shine of the tooth are also observed – matte or glossy color. Tooth discoloration, stains and existing tooth texture are taken into account. All of the above makes it easier to determine the color of the dental crown in order to match the new dental crown to the color of the natural teeth.

  • Dental crown fitting

Dental crown fitting is very important to us because it helps us ensure that the new dental crown takes on an identical appearance to the patient’s neighboring teeth so that it does not stand out with its appearance. The prosthetic solutions we create are identical in color, shape and even material to natural teeth due to the great attention to details such as detailed selection of color, eye position and smile line, which will allow us to adapt the work to your face down to the last detail. This way we achieve the ideal appearance of the teeth, smile line and facial profile. This is why fitting sessions are so important to us and why we pay such close attention to them.

  • Dental crown permanent cementation

The final step is the permanent cementation of the dental crown. We permanently cement the new dental crown once we are sure that everything fits perfectly. Permanent cementation of the dental crown will allow you to enjoy your new smile without any worries.

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Zirconia ceramic dental crown

In addition to non-metal lithium disilicate ceramics, non-metal ceramic tooth crowns can also be made of zirconia. Both of mentioned materials are premium quality material. Zircon ceramic material due to its structure blocks passage of sunlight. Due to it this kind of material is used when crown goes on darker natural teeth. Because of great firmness and resistance to bending, this type of dental crowns is used in special cases. E.g. bruxism and similar uncontrolled movements that are followed with strong chewing force. Zirconia ceramic crowns that are placed on implants are top quality teeth replacements.

How are dental crowns different?

Restorative techniques have enabled the application of highly developed dental techniques for completely natural-looking tooth restorations. The natural appearance of dental crowns depends on the shade and texture of the tooth being restored. Depending on the position, the tooth has a certain thickness that determines the level of light transmission. The thickness and structure of the tooth together affect the reflection of light. Consult with our dentist about choosing the ideal type of dental crowns.

What after the dental crown is made?

After cementing the dental crown, avoid eating for an hour. In case of pain, take an analgesic. The tooth may be sensitive to thermal stimuli, which will disappear within 2 weeks. Maintain a high level of hygiene regardless of the dental crowns. The gums are sensitive to the presence of bacteria, remove them regularly.

Should I wear a protective splint?

We recommend that you make a protective splint that will prevent damage to the new dental crown. In addition to preventing damage to the crown, it will protect the tooth under the dental crown. The tooth under the dental crown is susceptible to damage in case of poor hygiene or damage to the dental crown (movement or fracture). We especially recommend a protective splint for patients with increased parafunctional movements.

When is it necessary to replace dental crowns?

  1. In case of fracture or damage
  2. In case of development of caries on the tooth under the crown
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Dental crown on implant

In this case, the dental crown is installed on a dental implant. If the dental implant installation procedure was performed in the aesthetic smile zone and primary stability of the implant was achieved during the installation of the dental implants, we recommend making a temporary crown. To make a temporary crown on an implant, we use TelioCAD composite material using cad cam technology. A dental crown is constructed by digitally scanning the position of the installed implant. Using a titanium base, we fix the crown to the dental implant with a screw. The advantage of screw fixation is that such a dental crown is simply removed after 6-12 months. After that, we begin making permanent dental crowns.

A permanent implant crown is made using cad cam technology. It allows for the most precise and simple fabrication of dental restorations in a single visit to the dentist. We begin the process with a digital scan. As the material of choice for permanent crowns, we recommend e.max or zirconia ceramics. The choice depends on the position of the implant and the strength of the chewing forces. Dental crowns can be secured with a screw or cementation. Our preference is to attach dental crowns to a screw. With screw-based dental crowns, the entire structure is one-piece.

Why choose dental crown?

  • Functionality of the tooth. A weakened tooth is susceptible to damage. The correct distribution of chewing forces prevents fractures. We make several types of dental crowns depending on the indications.
  • Protection of the weakened part of the tooth. Damaged tooth tends to leak bacteria from saliva or leftover food. It is susceptible to inflammation, fractures and pathogenic conditions. By preserving the tooth under the crown, we want to avoid damage that can end in tooth extraction.
  • Increased tooth durability. A strengthened tooth is ready for the everyday challenges of chewing, biting and speaking. The natural tooth under the crown is protected thanks to strong and durable materials.
  • Long-lasting solution for your smile. We make dental crowns from durable materials that will serve you for many years.
  • Hides imperfections . We correct imperfections and tooth discoloration. Dental materials have advanced and allow for a natural look. The materials we choose in our work give a realistic impression and reflect light just like natural teeth.

Why choose Dentus perfectus dental office?

  • Find all dental services in one place.

  • Let our team of dental experts guide you to a new smile.

  • We offer a welcome package for new patients.

  • Choose therapy that best suits you.

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We have answered our patients’ questions about “Dental crown”

Temporary crowns protect the prepared tooth and allow the gums to adjust around the dental crown. They are needed when treating or reconstructing the front of the teeth and when placing a dental implant in the front area. When wearing a temporary dental crown, extremely hard and solid foods should be avoided.

You maintain a dental crown in the same way as you would a natural tooth. It is necessary to maintain detailed oral hygiene of the teeth and interdental spaces for healthy oral flora. In this way, we also protect the tooth under the dental crown.

Yes, in the case of bruxism, we will recommend appropriate dental crowns. We recommend making a mouth guard to ensure the crown has the maximum lifespan.

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