When a tooth becomes damaged and is in need of replacement, same day crowns can be a great alternative to the traditional methods. A crown is the treatment of choice for a tooth damaged by an abscess due to an infected root, or to repair a cracked or broken tooth. The alternative is to have the tooth extracted, which can leave gaps in a patient’s smile. Dentists and patients therefore typically prefer to save a tooth when possible.
There are definite advantages to choosing crowns that can be placed in a single visit. Understanding these benefits can help patients make a choice that works well for them. The following information may prove helpful in making this decision.
When a tooth is cracked or broken, it will be cleaned of decay and shaped into a post to attach the crown to. With traditional crowns, a mold is taken before the original tooth is removed and another of the post itself so that a permanent crown can be created in a lab. A temporary crown is fitted and worn until the porcelain crown is finished, requiring a follow-up visit. A same day crown is created in a special machine and is glued in place at the first appointment with no need for a temporary crown or later visits.
With the standard type, it can take as many as four visits to complete a crown placement. Because they require fewer visits to build and put in place, same day crowns can be a more cost-effective solution. Eliminating the need for a temporary crown can further cut expenses. Fewer visits also mean less time taken away from a busy life for repeated visits spent sitting a dentist’s chair.
Same day crowns are made of a strong and durable material, a porcelain that is color-matched to the surrounding natural teeth. Created in a special on-site machine, the replacement tooth has a smooth finish and fits naturally into place and snugly against the gum, creating the look of a natural tooth. The finish on these crowns is just as smooth and polished as the traditional type and has all of the natural chewing surface features, including ridges and grooves.
A temporary crown is not made with the same exactness as a permanent crown and the cement used is not as strong. If the fit is off, even a little, the temporary one can fall off or even cause movement that could break the post off. There may also be areas that sit high, preventing a comfortable bite or causing chewing problems. Crowns created and seated in one visit still have all of the fine-tuning of any permanent crown and so should be sound and have a more comfortable fit.
For many patients, same day crowns are a good choice. The procedure can save time and money, restore the ability to chew properly and give a boost to a patient’s self-confidence.
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