As Good As New

The strength of any tooth that has been damaged is compromised. Deciding whether a filling or a crown is necessary for restoration of your smile is based on several factors. First, your dentist will need to assess whether the remaining part of a damaged tooth is healthy enough to hold a cemented crown. Also, the surrounding teeth will be assessed, as it is often possible to use a bridge if one tooth between two other healthy ones is being replaced.

If the cracked or fractured tooth is otherwise healthy, a crown can be designed that will be exactly the size and shape of the original tooth, and will have the exact function and feel when cemented on properly.

Crowns can be manufactured from a variety of materials, including porcelain and gold. Deciding between these options is often a personal decision, based on aesthetic reasons; you may not mind having a metal crown on a tooth not readily seen, but may prefer a porcelain one on a tooth that's prominent in your smile. Your dentist may advise you on the advantages of one material over another if relevant, but you can be confident that both materials are strong and long-lasting.

The process of having a permanent crown placed on a tooth will usually take two visits. First, your dentist will shape the damaged tooth in a way that the crown can be securely fastened. A temporary crown will need to be used while the permanent one is fabricated, which can take a few weeks. When you return, the permanent crown is adhered with cement to the damaged tooth, making it as good as new. This crown can last you up to fifteen years with good dental care.

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Lauren Knight is a freelance writer for Dental Care London.