New crowns for teeth

You may already have dental crowns or new crowns for teeth is of interest to you, this article covers more about dental crowns, types, treatment and the cost.

Crowns for teeth are basically man made artificial prosthetics that are placed over teeth that have structural damage.

Dental crowns are also called caps because they fit nicely over the prepared teeth.

Prepared teeth means that a dentist has cleaned and shaped the teeth so that the new crowns fit perfectly over them making the perfect smile.

Why are crowns used

At Perfect Smile Dental Implant Centre Hungary we use crowns for patients that have broken, fractured, cracked, decayed, chipped or weak teeth.

We use new crowns to enhance or restore the appearance of teeth and to preserve and protect them from further damage.

The new prosthetic can be used also as a stable anchor for a fixed bridge that is restoring missing teeth or it can be used to hold a detachable denture in position.

How long do crowns last

That’s a good question, proper care and maintenance are the key to how long do they last, properly cared for, new crowns should last 8-10 years.

Of course they don’t last forever, everyday wear and tear, decay or dental trauma will have an impact, then new crowns for teeth are necessary.

To find out more about new crowns for teeth and the cost in Hungary call Fintan on 0873490104 for a free consultation in the Wexford clinic.

Can existing crowns be replaced

Over time everyday wear and tear does have a negative effect on existing crowns.

Providing the affected tooths structure is in good enough condition most dental crowns can be changed for new crowns.

Before they can be fitted, a small amount of work may be required that includes the removal of any tooth decay, root canal treatment and core build up.

The core structure must be sufficiently strong enough to underpin the new crown and keep them stable.

If crowns are damaged too much

If they are damaged too much, for example by really extensive tooth decay, trauma or fracture the teeth may be no longer be treatable.

In a case like this, a more appropriate treatment such as a bridge or dental implant would be recommended.

Issues with crowns that prompt replacement

There are a few issues with crowns that prompt replacement, here they are:

• The crown isn’t aesthetically pleasing anymore: As the crowns face the day to day pressures of eating, the gum line recedes and changes and the crowns don’t look as good as new. Ceramic crowns in particular can lose their aesthetic appeal and vitality over the years. Older type crowns can become discoloured, dark edges can appear in PFM crowns that looks unsightly.
• Teeth decay: The teeth under the old crowns can become decayed, the decay will need to be treated, new crowns for teeth may be necessary.
• Crowns have broken or become chipped: Crowns even though modern ones are quite strong can break or chip just like natural teeth. Accidental damage through a sports injury or an accident in the home or at work can cause teeth to be broken or chipped. Or damage can occur through eating a hard object that has an adverse effect on the tooth.

Why get new crowns for teeth

There are a number of appealing reasons to change older crowns for new ones, most patients that have older crowns change to improve their smile.

Or they change to new ones because they want front teeth to look whiter or to have that Hollywood smile.

If tooth decay is found in the bottom part of the tooth a replacement will be necessary

The old dental prosthesis will need to be taken out, the decay will be treated and then new crowns for teeth will be placed.

The steps to replace old crowns

The steps to replace old crowns is more or less the same procedure apart from the point that the old one is first removed.

Once the old crown is removed, any tooth decay will be removed and the underneath part of the tooth will be shaven and shaped to take the new crown.

If there are any issues with the root of the tooth, appropriate treatment such as root canal work will be undertaken to build up the core of the tooth.

A digital scanning machine takes an impression of the affected teeth, an xray is sent to the laboratory, a new crown is prepared and fitted the following day.

New crowns for teeth are necessary in certain circumstances, old crowns need replacing.

Perfect Smile Dental Implant Centre Hungary offer top quality low cost new crowns for teeth, meet our dentists in our Irish clinic in Wexford.

Call Fintan 0873490104 and confirm your free consultation with Hungarian dentists Wexford.

References

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9546353