Crowns are restorations which fully cover your natural teeth that can be used for a variety of reasons:
- Cover the whole biting surface of the tooth to protect from fracture
- Restore heavily broken-down teeth
- Build up tight contact points between teeth to stop food trapping
- Change the shape and size of teeth
- Change the colour of teeth
- Aesthetic reasons
Here at Brookside dental we strive to continue to invest in our knowledge and equipment to stay at the forefront of the industry and use the best materials we can.
What Are they made of?
There are many different materials available, each having their own properties and function and require different restorative and clinical skills:
- Zirconia
- Emax porcelain
- Bonded ceramic
- Composite
- Non-precious metal
- Precious metal
How long does it take?
A crown will usually require 2 visits with a 1-2 week gap between. You will be fitted with a temporary resin or acrylic crown whilst your long term crown is being custom made.
How to I maintain the crown?
Treat it as a normal tooth, Regular tooth brushing, at least 2 x daily, floss and inter-dental brushes, regular Hygiene visits
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