Dental crowns are a versatile solution that can be used to improve your dental health in several different ways. For instance, they can protect and rebuild damaged or decayed teeth, anchor a dental bridge, or cap a dental implant.
Historically, these prosthetics were made from amalgam mixtures of metal and usually looked gold or silver in appearance. Although these dental crowns are incredibly resilient, they can also be problematic, which is why many dentists recommend replacing them with more contemporary, tooth-colored versions. Continue reading to learn about 3 convincing reasons to make the switch to a more lifelike restoration!
Reason #1: Enhance Your Appearance
Although amalgam restorations are quite durable, they don’t do much to enhance the appearance of your smile. If you’re worried that your dental work makes your tooth seem dark or dirty, you might remain tight-lipped or avoid spending time with others so that they won’t judge you for the way it looks.
But thanks to ongoing developments in dental materials and technology, today, most dentists offer more lifelike restorations that can boost your confidence instead. They’re made using tooth-colored materials, such as durable ceramic, that can be made to match the size, shape, and shade of your natural enamel for seamless results that no one is likely to notice.
Reason #2: Preserve the Structure of Your Tooth
Another reason so many dentists prefer to make dental crowns out of porcelain is that the material preserves more of the natural structure of your tooth. For instance, metal crowns can expand and contract with temperature changes, like when you eat or drink super-hot or cold foods. This can eventually cause cracks or other damage to your enamel, eventually allowing bacteria to penetrate your tooth and cause an infection.
Fortunately, porcelain restorations can bond to your enamel, preserving more of its natural structure and helping prevent potential damage, disease, and decay.
Reason #3: Prevent Potential Sensitivity
Not only do metallic materials often expand and contract to changes in temperature, but they are also excellent conductors of heat. That means when you eat anything overly hot or cold, your dental crown might transmit those sensations right into the tender nerves inside your teeth, which can cause chronic sensitivity or discomfort.
Not only that, but some patients develop allergies to different metals, which can also be irritating. Thankfully, this isn’t true of tooth-colored dental crowns, which don’t contain any metal and so are less likely to cause an adverse reaction.
If you’re unsure whether you’re a good candidate for a more contemporary, tooth-colored prosthetic, you can find out by contacting your dentist for a consultation!
Meet the Author
Dr. Reem Saywa has 10+ years of experience helping families improve their lives by enhancing their dental health. She earned her dental degree from the University of Detroit Mercy Dental School, and today, offers a complete menu of quality services, including tooth-colored dental crowns, to meet your unique needs conveniently under one roof. Her compassionate approach is paired with advanced technology to deliver comfortable, accurate treatment results intended to last. You can request an appointment on the website or by calling (248) 855-4850.
