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The dental crown is the upper part of the teeth, which gives the shape according to the function that must be performed by the front, sharper to cut. But, due to cavities, trauma or other problems, it can be compromised and, with that, a lot of aesthetics and dental function as well. To solve the problem and rehabilitate the smile, the crown is made of porcelain or other materials.
Know about dental crown
The dental crown prosthesis works as a kind of cover, which covers the natural tooth to recover its functions. A dental crown is a material which specially made to make up for the lack of one or more teeth in the patient’s mouth, and can be made on a dental implant, on a tooth that is already weakened or on a dental bridge.
Types of materials used in dental crowns
Four types of element are used for dental crowns:
- Ceramics (porcelain)
- Metalloceramics (metal)
- Gold alloys
- Base metal alloys
In this article, we are going to discuss and show you some comparison between metal dental crown and porcelain dental crown.
Characteristics
- Metal dental crown
The oldest type of dental crown prosthesis still used, although less and less chosen by patients. The main reason is in the aesthetic factor, since the colour of the metal contrasts a lot with the natural of the teeth, so the prosthesis will almost always be visible. But there are some cases where its use is advised, such as when the space between the teeth is very small. The metal crowns, which are made from materials such as gold, nickel, chrome, etc. Metal crowns have high durability, however they are uncomfortable in terms of aesthetics, currently they are little used.
- Characteristics of porcelain dental crown
The porcelain crowns are made of porcelain material base. Its main advantage is the colour, which resembles that of natural teeth and is highly resistant to wear. It is possible that the dentist needs to remove a little more of the dental structure for the application of porcelain. Ceramic or porcelain crowns are the most used today.
After the dental crown, do you need special care for your teeth?
The dental crown is part of a treatment aimed at recovering the smile and functions. In addition, it is a super comfortable procedure, but care must be strict: brushing at least 3x a day and flossing once, mouthwashes with antibacterial and, of course, visiting the dentist regularly to see if everything is still right!
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