TREATMENTS

Crowns

If a tooth breaks or is so damaged that it is difficult to restore with an ordinary filling, crowns, or full porcelain covering of the tooth, come to the rescue. Porcelain crowns as prosthetic restorations are used to restore missing tooth tissue. They are often placed on root canal-treated teeth to strengthen them. The fabrication of a crown takes place in just two visits.

Course of treatment

First visit

We begin by anesthetizing and preparing the tooth bed to create space for the crown. We then take a 3D scan or prepare a traditional impression, based on which a ceramist makes a porcelain crown in the lab. In order to maintain normal function, we make a temporary crown, which is cemented so that it can be easily removed without the risk of damaging or disturbing the bed.

Second visit

We remove the temporary crown and place the final porcelain crown. The new tooth has the same shape and color as the neighboring teeth, making it look aesthetically pleasing and very natural.

EXAMPLE OF TREATMENT WITH CROWNS

Problem

Problem

The patient came in with a need to improve the aesthetics of her teeth. She wanted her smile to be again be fresh and radiant as it once was.The examination revealed numerous erosion cavities. Erosion is a chemical process and can be formed by eating a lot of citrus, sweetened drinks, but also by diseases such as reflux, bulimia or anorexia. I wanted not only to restore all tooth surfaces, but also to raise the height of the short circuit.Therefore, I decided to undergo full rehabilitation. We made 24 all-ceramic crowns. What is important for me perfect condition of the gums and the beautiful smile of my patient.

Solution

Because of the obvious damage to the teeth, we decided to restore the entire surface of the teeth and the lost height, so that the maximum natural effect could be achieved. In total, we placed twenty-four all-ceramic crowns in a color that matched the patient's skin. The result was perfectly healthy gums and a beautiful, natural smile. The patient summarized that her teeth looked as if she was twenty years old again.

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Before

After treatment

EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT CROWNS

How long will the crown serve me?

A porcelain crown serves an average of 10-12 years.

Can decay occur under the crown?

Yes, decay can attack the tooth under the crown. That's why it's important to do regular check-ups and take care of crowns as you would natural teeth.

Does a tooth need to be root canal treated to place a crown?

Not if there is at least 50% of the tooth's own tissue. Otherwise, the tooth requires root canal treatment and a root-canal post. Only on such a prepared tooth is a crown placed.

Can I eat normally with the crown?

Yes, crowns fully replace natural teeth.

Can flossing loosen the crown?

With proper flossing - no.

What are the indications for a crown?

The most common indications are a fractured tooth, severe decay damage or a recommendation by the endodontist to strengthen the tooth after root canal treatment.

Is it painful to grind a tooth for a crown?

The procedure takes place under anesthesia, so it is painless. After the anesthesia wears off, it is possible to feel mild hypersensitivity.

What are the indications right after the crown is placed?

Sticky foods such as caramel should be avoided for about 24 hours.

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