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Dental Crowns And Bridges

A crown is an artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth. A crown is sometimes known as a ‘cap’.

Crowns are an ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling. A crown could be used for a number of other reasons, for instance: you may have discoloured fillings and would like to improve the appearance of the tooth you may have had a root filling which will need a crown to protect it, it may help hold a bridge or denture firmly in place.

Crowns can be made of a variety of different materials and new materials are continually being introduced. Some of the most popular options are listed below:

1. Porcelain bonded to metal: this is what most crowns are made from. A precious metal base is made and then porcelain is applied in layers over it.
2. Porcelain crowns: these crowns are made entirely out of porcelain and are not as strong as bonded crowns, but they can look very natural and are most often used for front teeth.
3. All-ceramic crowns (Zirconia): A metal-free alternative, which can give the strength of a bonded crown and the appearance of a porcelain crown. Therefore it is suitable for use in all areas of the mouth.