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Bridges and crowns are fixed prosthetic devices that are cemented onto existing teeth or implants by a dentist or prosthodontist.

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1.ALL CERAMIC (PORCELAIN BASED)

All ceramic crowns are a porcelain-based filling material and recommended for restoring front teeth due to color blending with the natural teeth.

Advantages:

• Superior Aesthetics,Natural Appearance

The lustrous (shiny, glossy, luminous, sparkling, glistening) look of a natural tooth is generated by the way light penetrates into its enamel layer and then is reflected back out. The goal of porcelain crown construction is to mimic this effect.

• Biocompatibility

The types of ceramics used to make them are typically no more abrasive than dental enamel itself (gold crowns have this advantage too).

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2.PORCELAIN FUSED TO METAL (PFM)

A hybrid construction between all-metal and all-ceramic dental crowns type where a porcelain covering encases a metal substructure. These crowns can provide both good aesthetics and strength.

CERAMIC is connected to the outside of a metal structure to provide strength to the teeth as well as provide a good seal to prevent leakage and decrease recurrent dental decay. When porcelain is fused to metal, it provides a stronger restoration than porcelain alone. The dentist or prosthodontist will remove a moderate amount of tooth structure, but it is very durable and strong.PFM's offer a long, tested track record.

Advantages:

• They are strong

• They are natural looking

Disadvantages:

• The "dark line" phenomenon.

• The metal that lies underneath the crown's porcelain surface can sometimes be seen as a dark line right at the crown's edge.

• Achieving superior aesthetics can be a challenge.

• While the appearance of a PFM crown can be excellent, it's often difficult to create one that's as natural-looking as the best all-ceramic ones.

• Durability. It's possible for the porcelain surface of a PFM crown to chip or break off. 

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3.ALL METAL CROWNS/GOLD CROWNS

These restorations are made using gold or "white" (silver-colored) dental alloy. They're known for their great strength and exceptional durability.

Gold alloys are comprised of gold, copper and other metals and provide a strong material to adhere to the tooth structure. Gold alloy is resistant to wear and fracture and does not wear away the teeth it comes in contact with. This material is highly bio compatible with the gum tissue.

Base metal alloys contain non-noble metals which provide great strength to the crown and tooth and provide high resistance to corrosion. When preparing the tooth using base metal alloys, the dentist or prosthodontist would remove the least amount of healthy tooth structure. This material is resistant to wear and gentle to opposing teeth.

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Advantages:

• They are long lasting

• They are kind to the neighbouring teeth

• They are easy for a dentist to work with.

• Dental alloys that have a high gold content are typically very workable metals. This factor makes it possible for the dentist to achieve a very precise crown-to-tooth fit.

Disadvantages:

• They're not white like teeth.

• Only disadvantage of metal dental crowns is their appearance. And for this reason, they're not usually placed on teeth that show prominently when the person smiles. They can, however, make a great choice for some molars.

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ORAL CARE TIPS FOR BRIDGES & CROWNS

While crowns and bridges can last a lifetime, they do sometimes come loose or fall out. The most important step you can take to ensure the longevity of your crown is to practice good oral hygiene.

• Keep your gums and teeth healthy by brushing with fluoride toothpaste twice a day and flossing daily

• See your dentist or hygienist regularly for checkups and professional cleanings

• To prevent damage to your new crown or bridge, avoid chewing hard foods, ice or other hard objects

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If you wish to fix an appointment for dental consultancy at Sneha Dental Care (contact us); you may call the reception and fix an appointment. If you wish to know more details about treatment with Crowns and Bridges and in particular to your condition feel free to call us at: +91-9429284575 or mail us your queries on doctor.sneha21@gmail.com and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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