Dental Crowns in Indianapolis - All You Need To Know About Them

1. Article 4: Indyfamilydentist.com DENTAL CROWNS IN INDIANAPOLIS - ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THEM Visits to the dentist are often filled with dread and trauma. This is a childhood fear that has somehow made a home in our minds, somewhat permanently. Now there definitely was a time when any kind of dental treatment was an absolute nightmare of pain and awkwardness. But today, almost all dental treatments have reached an advanced stage where the solutions being offered are permanent and virtually pain free. This article touches upon one such dental procedures that is extremely common - dental crowns Dentals crowns in Indianapolis - why would you need them? Tooth cavities are a fairly common dental problem. Lack of proper hygiene and maintenance often causes a situation where bacteria make a home in your mouth and begin to eat away tooth enamel, creating cavities in the structure as a result. These cavities compromise the structural integrity of the tooth which will often need reinforcement for prevention of further damage. Another common situation are small chips and nicks on the tooth’s structure which might have been caused by an accident or impact. This causes a sharp edge to develop on the tooth that needs to be fixed. Cracks in the tooth’s structure might also occur and demand attention. All of these issues are resolved with the use of dental crowns. No matter what the reason behind the damage, the dentist will first assess the situation and begin to trim the tooth and its jagged edges to bring it back into a manageable shape. In case you are undergoing root canal treatment, the dentist will delve into the very depths of your tooth’s structure to get rid of bacteria and decay, leaving behind a weakened tooth structure. Once the decay and other issues have been resolved, the dentist will take measurements and impressions of your tooth to create a dental crown that will later be used to encase the damaged structure and provide protection to it against further harm. Dental crowns in Indianapolis - what types are available? #Ceramic Ceramic crowns are usually used for restoring front teeth, and are popular in this area for their ability to blend with your natural tooth color. A porcelain based material is used to fashion these crowns and made to perfectly blend in the location where they will be installed. #Porcelain-fused to metal This crown provides a stronger bond than regular porcelain because it is connected to a metal structure. It's also extremely durable. At the same time it will not look too different from regular teeth, making them a viable option for use in molars. #Gold alloys This crown is a mix of gold, copper and other metals. In addition to providing a strong bond to the tooth, it doesn't fracture, nor does it wear away the tooth itself. But it doesn’t look like natural teeth either. #Base metal alloys This crown is made up of non-noble metals that are highly resistant to corrosion, and make for a very strong crown. It also requires the least amount of healthy tooth to be removed prior to fitting.

2. Article 4: Indyfamilydentist.com For more information about mini dental implants in Indianapolis,visit www.Indyfamilydentist.com. ABOUT THE AUTHOR John Martin has written many articles and blogs about the general and cosmetic dentistry to give you a happy, healthy, and youthful smile. He recommends Dr. Jerrold Goldsmith, DDS for smile makeovers using a variety of dental technology, such as LUMINEERS, Snap-On Smile, teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding, and more!