Crowns can be the solution for tooth injuries and discoloration, but it can also be a way to revamp your smile. They are fitted over the original portion of the tooth that remains. There are a few different types, but the best in appearance are porcelain.
Your teeth are one of the first things you see in the morning,
and one of the last things you see as you get ready for bed at night. Just like any other feature, it is bothersome if it does not measure up to your standards or those of people around you. If this is how you feel, then perhaps you struggle to smile when you are happy, thus giving people the impression of unhappiness. This can be detrimental to your professionalism on the job and even to your social life.
The solution to your problem may be to have your teeth crowned. If you have a problem with an injury, tooth decay, discoloration, or just non-uniform teeth, then a crown may solve your issues. If you have a tooth injury or tooth decay in just one tooth, then you will probably not buy a whole smile full, but if you have issues with discoloration from enamel problems, or teeth that do not flatter your smile, then having all of your teeth capped may be what you need.
If you decide to get a crown, there are a few options. Gold crowns were at one time more popular, but today, the more natural porcelain resin crowns are. Gold crowns are more durable, so there is a combination crown where the gold can be put underneath the porcelain. If cost is an issue for you, and the crown is in a difficult to see location, you may be better off getting the gold crown, which is actually less expensive. If you have a dental insurance plan, then some of the cost should be covered.
The process of getting your teeth crowned is fairly simple. You will not feel it because you will have been administered a local anesthetic. If you have a tooth that is decaying, a dentist will take care of that before putting on the crown. If there is not much of the tooth left, then the dentist will need to add to the tooth to help make the crown secure when it is put in place. If there is a whole tooth present or at least most of one, the dentist will need to file it so that the crown will go over top of the old tooth. They will take a mold of the teeth needing a crown, put on a temporary, and then when the final crown is ready, have it put on, and then color it to match the rest of your teeth – that is, unless you are getting all of your teeth capped.
It may seem like a lot, but it will be well worth the time and money you put into a crown. Not only will you have a better appearance, but you will also be healthier. Your mouth is an integral part of your body, and it is never good to let your teeth go, as it can affect other parts of your body. Having a healthy smile will also do wonders for your confidence level, be it for your own well-being or for your professional and social status.
As you make the choice to get a crown, be sure to consider carefully your dental provider. Take the time to find out about their education and experience with crowns. Visit the office, and even talk to the dentist before making your appointment. Having a good level of confidence in your dental provider will help diminish some of those dentist appointment jitters. Once you have made your decision, look forward to the results.
