Porcelain Crowns FAQ – Dental Cosmetics Costa Rica

What is a “tooth crown”?

There are a variety of factors that may contribute to the deterioration of teeth over the course of time. Age, tooth decay, defective fillings, improper bites and chewing patterns all play a role in the eventual wearing down and cracking of teeth. Dental crowns can reverse the effects of time by covering the entire visible surface of a tooth with enamel and porcelain to both strengthen the tooth and increase its durability. Crowns also improve the appearance of worn down and damaged teeth. Your Costa Rica dental crowns dentist can tell you which problem areas in your mouth might be helped by the placement of a crown.

Crowns come in two basic types: porcelain fused to metal and full porcelain crowns. Porcelain fused to metal crowns are an option in cases where extra resistance is needed for any given reason. Full porcelain crowns are very popular as they can be made to closely resemble natural tooth color and transparency. Advancements in composite resin materials and bonding technology have also limited the need for metallic crown anchors that hold the crown in place.

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Is there a lot of “pain in a tooth crown” procedure?

When applying a porcelain crown to a patient, the dentist often has to remove an additional layer of enamel and tooth mass for the naturally translucent porcelain to appear visually pleasing. Some pain may occur where the tooth meets the gum. Gingival inflammation is a common side effect. You should talk to your dentist about ways to prevent this from becoming a problem.