Did you know that a well-made, perfectly fitting crown, which also meets your aesthetic needs, can last a lifetime? How can you preserve the integrity of your dental crown for as long as possible, avoid chipping, fracturing, decay underneath, discolouration, or gum swelling? Our article will reveal all!
What can I expect regarding the lifespan of the crown?
The integrity of zirconia, press ceramic, porcelain, gold, and any dental prosthesis is determined by the integrity of the prepared tooth. At NaturaDent clinic, the preparation of dental crowns is carried out with great thoroughness. It is extremely important that the prepared tooth is anatomically stable so that it can withstand the future load.
The load-bearing capacity of a tooth is also influenced by its position in the mouth.A dental restoration fitted to a misaligned tooth can significantly reduce the lifespan of the crown. It is essential for the lifespan of a crown or bridge that the chewing force is distributed evenly and acts on the correct surface. Otherwise, it may come loose or break prematurely, meaning it will provide less protection for the tooth. To protect both the tooth and the prosthesis being fitted, the best dental practices first correct any bite irregularities and then fabricate the prosthesis accordingly.
What do we use to fix aesthetic zirconium, press ceramic, or porcelain crowns?
At our dental practice, we pay particular attention to working with quality materials that we would be happy to have placed in our own mouths. The bonding agents we use for fixing dental crowns are tooth-coloured or transparent.
They do not harm the body, neither living tissue nor the finished dental prosthesis. They do not cause allergic reactions and have no side effects.
The secret to a long-lasting dental crown:
- Regular and thorough cleaning: Alongside the essential daily routine of brushing your teeth thoroughly for at least two minutes, twice a day, the use of dental floss and interdental brushes plays a key role. They should be cleaned with the same meticulousness as your own teeth.
- Six-monthly dental hygiene and dental check-up: The six-monthly check-up is free! The free service and warranty are valid provided you attend the regular six-monthly check-ups.
Cleaning the zirconium bridge: - Regular and thorough cleaning: In addition to brushing your teeth for 2×2 minutes a day We recommend Superfloss dental floss or an interdental brush. The end of the Superfloss is stiffened, making it easy to thread under the bridge. Clean the surface of the dental prosthesis thoroughly, as if you were using dental floss, then remove the Superfloss.
- Six-monthly dental hygiene and dental check-up: The six-monthly check-up is free! The free service and warranty are valid provided you attend the regular six-monthly check-ups.
Are there any disadvantages to having a zirconia, pressed ceramic, or porcelain crown made?
The creation of a dental crown is a rescue operation aimed at preserving the tooth's root. We often use it to save root-treated teeth. Preparation of the tooth for a crown requires the removal of healthy tooth tissue, as the tooth needs to be prepared appropriately for even loading, in accordance with the aforementioned static requirements. With the above-mentioned care and the achievement of a correct bite position, the successful creation of a dental crown can save the tooth from extraction for many decades.
Can a previously made, damaged metal-ceramic or zirconium crown be repaired?
As our aim is to save the tooth, we generally recommend replacing old, damaged crowns. The damage or chipping may be caused by the malocclusion described above, which needs to be corrected, or by decay beneath the crown; the safest way to treat this is to remove the existing dental restoration, thereby ensuring the protection of the remaining tooth structure and avoiding the need for tooth extraction.
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