Crowns for the Cap of Your Teeth
Crowns are quite a serious procedure and are offered by a range of London dentists, a lot of the pre-existing tooth normally needs to be removed in order to fit them properly so if it’s just for aesthetic reasons you should think about other things such as teeth whitening or veneers before jumping straight to crowns, any dentist will be able to advise you on what is the best option for you and whether crowns are necessary.
Crowns or caps are generally used by dentists who have undergone extensive dental courses when a tooth has become badly damaged and needs protecting from further damage as well as to preserve the usability of the tooth. A crown is similar to a veneer except that it overlays the entire outside of your tooth in a shell rather than just the front and is for more severe problems.
You can have them made from a number of materials, from natural looking porcelain to complete gold crowns, each option has its own advantages and drawbacks so you can ask your dentist about these, their prices, lifespan and appearance at the time of your consultation. When you’re ready and have chosen your material, your teeth will be cleaned and cleared of any decay and reshaped with a drill to accommodate the crowns. A mould is then taken of your teeth and used to make the crowns at a dental lab, which could take 2-3 weeks, you’ll have a temporary crown installed for this time to protect your teeth and so you can still eat. Once the crown is ready it is put in place, the fit is checked, then your tooth is roughened and the crown is cemented into position.
If you take normal good care of your teeth from now on this crown should last you ten to fifteen years as long as you find practitioners in dental jobs with good enough experience, so enjoy.