Is there a best type of dental crown?

Is there a best type of dental crown? The answer is “yes, but it depends on the problem the crown is addressing because different tooth issues require different kinds of crowns”.

So then the better question is: what type of dental crown is best for you and your tooth?

Dental crowns are used to repair damaged teeth in times when bonding is not enough. They are an excellent solution for a variety of problems and are one of the most common procedures dental crown dentists perform.

However, there is not just one crown that fits all situations. Different types of crowns provide more or less coverage depending on how much protection the tooth needs. Furthermore, crowns can be made of different materials as well. We covered this topic in detail in this blog here. Here’s a little review.

Typical tooth issues requiring dental crowns

• Large cavity spaces
• Cracked teeth
• Weakened teeth
• Root canals

Types of crowns

• Partial - covers the centre of the tooth (an inlay), or the outer edges (an onlay). Helps to preserve as much of the natural tooth structure as possible
• Full - covers the top layer of the tooth, or the whole tooth

Dental crown material

• Porcelain- most popular, looks natural, may chip so used often for front teeth
• Gold - strong, durable, visible so often used for back teeth
• PFM - porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns feature porcelain for the visible surface area on a metal base.

As you can see, what type of dental crown is best depends on its specific purpose and the type of material the patient chooses. And if you’re curious about what’s involved in fitting a crown, read about it here.

If you think you might need a dental crown, or want to know more about them, your Surrey dentist at Riverside Heights is happy to help.

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