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COVID-19 Office Updates We are re-opening Monday, May 4th. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, please call our office at 219-865-4095 Safety is always our number one focus. Our high standard of care ensures that your trust and safety are never compromised. COVID-19 Office Updates Read More
We are re-opening Monday, May 4th. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, please call our office at 219-865-4095 Safety is always our number one focus. Our high standard of care ensures that your trust and safety are never compromised. |
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• | Metal crowns. Metal crowns are the strongest type of crown. Metal is practically indestructible, making it an ideal material for teeth that face a large amount of chewing pressure (the teeth at the back of the mouth). However, despite their strength, metal crowns are not very aesthetically pleasing. They are typically gold or silver in color, making them stand out from the rest of your natural teeth. |
• | Porcelain fused to metal (PFM) crowns. PFM crowns are designed to provide the strength and protection of a metal crown while also providing better aesthetics. A metal base surrounds the damaged tooth while a porcelain coating mimics the appearance of your natural teeth. While more aesthetically appealing, a thin metal line may sometimes show through at the base of the crown. |
• | Ceramic crowns. Crowns made entirely of ceramic are the best aesthetic choice. Ceramic mimics many of the properties of your natural enamel, including the color of your teeth and the way in which the material reflects light. The biggest drawback to ceramic is that they are not as strong as metal, but they are still fairly strong, able to withstand normal daily use. |
• | Weakened teeth are provided with strength. |
• | Your teeth are protected from further harm and infection. |
• | There is no need for an extraction. |
• | Ceramic crowns restore the appearance of your smile as well as the strength of your tooth. |
• | Crowns can also be used to protect a tooth that has a large filling, anchor a dental bridge, and cover the screws on Dental Implants. |