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If a damaged tooth affects your smile and functionality, porcelain crowns are an excellent option. While crowns effectively restore your ability to chew and speak, they are also tooth-colored, so they’re a great cosmetic option. The good news is that you can restore your smile with porcelain crowns by Drs. Scott Stucki and Jason Robinson at Common Sense Family Dentistry.
A porcelain crown is a custom-made cap made with high-quality ceramic. These crowns nearly identically mimic your tooth’s natural color and texture. Crowns can be used for cosmetic purposes or to restore a damaged or weakened tooth.
All-metal crowns are strong, but they’re usually used on back teeth because they’re so visible. Ceramic-on-metal crowns have a metal base and a ceramic exterior. Also, these crowns may show a dark line at your gumline over time. In contrast, all-ceramic porcelain crowns give you a natural look.
Front 6 crowns after a biking accident that severely injured the teeth You have a variety of options when it comes to dental crowns, but porcelain crowns offer many benefits.
In most cases, the porcelain crown process takes between two and three weeks. First, you’ll have your appointment with Dr. Stucki or Dr Robinson. At this time, he’ll prepare your tooth and place a temporary crown. Within a couple of weeks, your permanent crown will come in. At this time, you return to our office to have the crown placed.Â
After your crown is placed, you may have some mild discomfort. This can include increased sensitivity to hot or cold food. However, any discomfort goes away within a few days. If it doesn’t, Dr. Stucki or Dr. Robinson can adjust for a better fit.Â
Porcelain is highly durable, so you can expect your crowns to last at least 10 years, and even as long as 15 years with proper care. To extend their lifespan, follow these tips:
At Common Sense Family Dentistry, Dr. Scott Stucki or Dr. Jason Robinson will perform a comprehensive examination to help you determine which type of crown best fits you. He’ll assess your bite and the health of your tooth during your appointment. To get started, call (435) 319-8992 today to schedule your appointment. You can also visit the office at 619 S Bluff St #400, St. George, UT 84770 to learn more.