Whether you are waiting to have a root canal or have you have a damaged or missing tooth, your dentist might have told you that you need a dental crown. Dental crowns are caps that go over your damaged teeth or are attached to a dental implant to replace a missing one. They resemble a tooth, and some even look like a natural tooth. Their main purpose is to restore your smile back to health and protect the tooth that is underneath. If you need a dental crown, you should know that there are lots of different dental crowns out there to choose from. Read through our blog to learn more about the different types of dental crowns in Turlock from Eggleston Dental Care.

What Are Dental Crowns Used For?

Before you pick out the dental crown for you, you might wonder, why do I even need a dental crown? There are a number of reasons that you might need a dental crown. To start, you might have a damaged tooth.  Dental crowns are ideal for patients who have cracks, chips, large fillings or severe damage to their tooth. When we place a dental crown over your damaged tooth, it restores it back to full health and protects the underlying tooth from bacteria or harm that may further harm or infect it.

Dental crowns can also be used for aesthetic reasons. If you’re unhappy with the way one of your teeth looks and you want a permanent replacement for it, dental crowns can give you the perfect shape and colored tooth for your smile. This is a more expensive approach to porcelain veneers. Lastly, dental crowns in Turlock can be used to replaced missing teeth. This occurs when we attach a dental crown to a dental implant in your jaw. Crowns look natural and give you back full functionality to your smile.

Am I a Candidate for Dental Crowns?

If you have any of the above problems we previously discussed, you are most definitely a candidate for a  dental crown. We also require our patients to have an otherwise healthy mouth and to wear a night guard if they are prone to grinding their teeth at night. This will protect their tooth from damage. In addition, we also recommend wearing a mouth guard if you play any contact sports. Protecting your dental crown from damage is the best way to make it last longer.

Ceramic Dental Crowns

Ceramic dental crowns are the first type of dental crowns out there and are the ones we prefer to use in our dental office. Ceramic dental crowns are made of a tooth-colored porcelain material that looks completely natural. These dental crowns are an ideal solution for patients who care about their appearance and also want a strong dental crown. This type of crown has absolutely no metal on it so if you have a metal allergy, you have nothing to worry about. You will find that there is no silver or metal looking section between your crown and your gums which is the case with other dental crowns.

Although this type of dental crown looks better than other types of crowns, it is also more likely to break or chip. It’s also not as strong as porcelain fused to metal dental crown. During your consultation for a dental crown, our dentist will bring up the pros and cons of each dental crown the recommend the best solution for your smile.

Porcelain Fused to Metal Dental Crowns

Another common type of dental crowns is the porcelain fused to metal dental crowns. These are porcelain dental crowns that are fused to a metal structure. As a result of the metal structure, this type of dental crown is stronger and more durable than ceramic crowns alone. Unfortunately, these do tend to cost more than ceramic crowns alone. If you think about it though, this is a small price to pay for higher quality and longer lasting dental crowns.

Gold Alloys Dental Crowns

This type of dental crown is made of a combination of copper, gold and other metals. This type of dental crown does not look natural, unfortunately. However, they are extremely strong and long-lasting. It’s unlikely that it will break, chip or fracture in your lifetime. If you don’t mind the appearance, this is a smart restorative option for your teeth.

Base Metal Alloys Dental Crowns

The last type of dental crowns out there are the metal alloys dental crowns. These dental crowns are made of non-metals that are extra resistant to corrosion. One of the biggest downsides to receiving a base metal alloys dental crown is that a large amount of your tooth needs to be removed in order for it to be replaced. Our dentist prefers to keep as much natural tooth as possible so this would not be an ideal solution in our dental office. Depending on your needs, we will recommend the best dental crown for you.

Which One is Best For Me?

When it comes to choosing the best type of dental crown for your smile, we will take many things into consideration. First, is how damaged your tooth is and how much strength your mouth will need to restore itself back to function.

Schedule an Appointment for Dental Crowns in Turlock

Are you in need of a dental crown? Look no further than Eggleston Dental Care. Our dental office offers the strongest and most natural looking dental crowns to help repair your teeth back to proper health and function. Give our dentist a call or visit our online contact form to schedule an appointment with our dentist.

Phone Number

209-634-5871

Hours of Operation

Monday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday
 Closed
Sunday
 Closed

Address

Eggleston Dental Care

2053 Geer Road
Turlock, CA 95382