Most may face the options of having Lincolnwood, IL Dental Crowns sooner or later. Yet there is plenty of things that they may not know. Speaking with your local dental professional about the procedure is very important. It gives you a sense of confidence about the procedure, but it also answers any questions you may have as well.
A crown is placed when a tooth has had a large cavity, or has been fractured. These teeth are usually highly dilapidated, but dentists restore them using a restorative material, such as resin. In most cases the crown is places over the top part of the tooth. But, in others, the tooth may be too damaged for the crown to be placed on top.
If this is the case, dental professionals will place an inlay-core, also called an “abutment,” which reconstructs the visible part of the tooth. These are fixed in the root of the tooth via a pin. It serves to support the future crown. All dentists learn to perform the installation of dental crowns during their school and residency, but many dentists get extra training specific to cosmetic dentistry. Dental professionals that place certain cosmetic devices, like Lincolnwood, IL Dental Crowns, take a special type of dentist.
Metallic or ceramic?
There are three main types of crowns:
* Metal: These are made of non-precious metals (nickel, etc…), semi-precious, or precious metals (palladium, gold, etc.).
* PFM: The yoke of the crown is made of metal and the outer of ceramic. The metal may be non-precious, semi-precious, or precious.
* Ceramic: The entire crown is ceramic.
Which should you choose? The first criterion most people look for is aesthetic-based. It depends on the clinical situation, as well. The price is also something to consider, especially knowing that metal crowns are the least expensive.
What are the side effects after installation?
Generally, the installation of a crown occurs without problems. However, the procedure can sometimes have a few minor issues.
* Pain: It is possible to feel little pain after the installation.
* Abscess: An abscess may occur after laying down a crown. But one must remember that poor hygiene is very important throughout the entire process.
* Compression: This feeling may seem like a type of pressure, but it will eventually go away.
For more information, contact or visit the office of Dr. Saul Legator, DDS today.
