Which type of dental crown is perfect for me?

Dental crowns are used as dental treatment to restore teeth that have large cavities, are broken or chipped, and for cosmetic dental purposes. Your Idaho Falls dentist is the best source of information when it comes to the different types of dental crowns and which type is right for you.

·         Porcelain crowns (all porcelain). This type of dental crown is made from pure porcelain and is the best option for a natural-looking color of your teeth. This makes your crown barely noticeable for others to tell the difference. Porcelain crowns are best recommended to be used on the front teeth for maximum cosmetic benefits.

·         Ceramic crowns. Ceramic crowns are used to strengthen teeth that have been weakened by decay. These are sometimes used on the front teeth an alternative to the all-porcelain variety. Ceramic crowns are more preferred over metal crowns for cosmetic reasons as they offer a natural color advantage.

·         Porcelain fused to metal. This type of teeth crowns offer excellent strength compared to the first two types. This type, however, does not provide the same cosmetic benefits of the other two. The porcelain or ceramic portion of the crown may also have a tendency to separate from the metal. This type can be used for the front and back teeth.

·         Metal crowns. Metal crowns are the ideal choice for out-of-sight molars at the back of the mouth. This type of dental crowns provide superior strength and are best for biting and chewing. In addition, metal crowns last longer than the other types.

Dr. Tom Anderson, your trusted Idaho Falls dentist, can provide you with free one-on-one consultation about dental crowns. Visit Premier Dental Care today and find out the ways dental crowns can benefit you.