Types of Dental Restorations: Crowns

 

Traditionally, when the fracture and the decay on the tooth is already beyond traditional restorative methods, a dental crown is the next option. When the tooth cannot be restored with a dental filling, it should be given a crown which is going to be more retentive. A crown is a prosthetic restoration which is also known as a “cap” because it covers the tooth as a cap would a head and it requires some tooth reduction. For the crown to be placed over the tooth, it will have to be prepared. The finished product, will then be cemented over the tooth to restore the function and aesthetics of patients smile.

 

Strip-Off Crowns

 

A common crown fabrication method is created using the strip-off crown method. For this procedure, a soft transparent crown made of plastic is used. The preformed crown is taken and is merely used as a mould. The tooth is prepared and then it is etched, then the crown is filled with a combination bonding adhesive and composite resin material. The crown with the filling material is carefully placed over the tooth and set in place properly. Some composite material may ooze out and you carefully clean it and then you let it set or harden with the light curing device. Should there be some polishing needed to be done, it should be done carefully.

 

It is a fairly straightforward procedure that results in the restoration of a broken or decayed teeth. For a child patient, it is very ideal because it does not involve too much work. You get the crown, will it will material and then to let it harden.

 

Preformed Crowns and Stainless Steel Crowns

 

Another crowning option for children are preformed crowns. Unlike the strip off crowns, these are the actual “crowns” and they are shaped beforehand so they only have to be inserted onto a tooth and then cemented. Sometimes, some tooth reduction will have to be performed so that the tooth can accommodate the crown but it is fairly minimal.

 

Looking through a collection of crowns, you can use a dental cast to properly pick the right size. If tooth reduction is required, you perform it, and then you bring the crown to the tooth and cement it permanently. These preformed crowns are either made of metal or they are made of tooth-colored plastic. Plastic is a little compromised in terms of strength and durability, but it is very aesthetically pleasing and may be placed on the anterior. Stainless Steel is going to be stronger but the look the metal is not going to be so good.

 

Indications of Dental Crowns

 

Dental Crowns for children may be indicated for various reasons. It could restore a tooth after a fracture or decay, but it could be prescribed to a patient after it receives a pulp therapy that potentially weakens it. A dental crown over the tooth will make it stronger, at least until their permanent counterparts arrive.

 

 

Types of Dental Restorations: Crowns

 

Traditionally, when the fracture and the decay on the tooth is already beyond traditional restorative methods, a dental crown is the next option. When the tooth cannot be restored with a dental filling, it should be given a crown which is going to be more retentive. A crown is a prosthetic restoration which is also known as a “cap” because it covers the tooth as a cap would a head and it requires some tooth reduction. For the crown to be placed over the tooth, it will have to be prepared. The finished product, will then be cemented over the tooth to restore the function and aesthetics of patients smile.

 

Strip-Off Crowns

 

A common crown fabrication method is created using the strip-off crown method. For this procedure, a soft transparent crown made of plastic is used. The preformed crown is taken and is merely used as a mould. The tooth is prepared and then it is etched, then the crown is filled with a combination bonding adhesive and composite resin material. The crown with the filling material is carefully placed over the tooth and set in place properly. Some composite material may ooze out and you carefully clean it and then you let it set or harden with the light curing device. Should there be some polishing needed to be done, it should be done carefully.

 

It is a fairly straightforward procedure that results in the restoration of a broken or decayed teeth. For a child patient, it is very ideal because it does not involve too much work. You get the crown, will it will material and then to let it harden.

 

Preformed Crowns and Stainless Steel Crowns

 

Another crowning option for children are preformed crowns. Unlike the strip off crowns, these are the actual “crowns” and they are shaped beforehand so they only have to be inserted onto a tooth and then cemented. Sometimes, some tooth reduction will have to be performed so that the tooth can accommodate the crown but it is fairly minimal.

 

Looking through a collection of crowns, you can use a dental cast to properly pick the right size. If tooth reduction is required, you perform it, and then you bring the crown to the tooth and cement it permanently. These preformed crowns are either made of metal or they are made of tooth-colored plastic. Plastic is a little compromised in terms of strength and durability, but it is very aesthetically pleasing and may be placed on the anterior. Stainless Steel is going to be stronger but the look the metal is not going to be so good.

 

Indications of Dental Crowns

 

Dental Crowns for children may be indicated for various reasons. It could restore a tooth after a fracture or decay, but it could be prescribed to a patient after it receives a pulp therapy that potentially weakens it. A dental crown over the tooth will make it stronger, at least until their permanent counterparts arrive.