How Long do Metal Crowns Last?

A metal crown is prominently a cap for a damaged tooth and it can be manufactured from a wide variety of materials which includes metal as well as porcelain. All of us have numerous issues when it comes to teeth and the metal crowns will definitely provide you sustainable solutions. There are numerous factors that one should consider when choosing a metal crown and that includes the durability, quality and cost of the crown. It is best to consult a dentist to figure out which is the best and what suits you. The best metal crown will definitely meet all you need. There are numerous kinds of other dental crowns that include all-metal, all-ceramic and porcelain-fused-to-metal and preformed crowns.

The fixing of the metal crown only requires a small amount of your tooth to be removed. The metal crowns can withstand chewing and biting forces at all instances and lasts for a longer period of time. Most of the dental crowns will not have complete pure metal and hence they lack the essential physical properties to make usable and durable dental crowns. These dental crowns will further prevent the dentals from plaque and acids that may cause cracks and cavities. It not only fills the gaps in the smile but it also supports bridges, covers implants and prevents the weak teeth from shattering.

The dentist will consider various aspects in order provide you the best dental crown and that includes

• The location of your tooth
• The amount of tooth shown when you smile
• The exact position of your gum tissues
• The count of remaining natural tooth
• The color of the surrounding teeth
• The function of the tooth that requires the crown

The personal preference of the person is given more importance when it comes to choosing the comfortable and durable dental crown. The metal dental crowns improve both the form and function of the patient’s decaying and otherwise damaged teeth.

Types Of Metal Crowns

1.GOLD CROWNS

The gold crowns are a combination of copper and other metals that includes nickel and chromium. The major advantage of the gold crown is durability and overall strength. Based on the patient's need, the dentist will suggest the best suitable gold crown. Currently, the gold crowns are not very popular due to their aesthetics.

ADVANTAGES:

• They are solid and show high resistance as they match your surrounding teeth in consideration with the size, color and the shape.
• Very minimal portion of your natural tooth is removed and they just wear down slowly just like all the natural enamel and it is said that the gold dental crowns are meant to last for lifetime.
• With proper care, they just last for a longer period of time and it one of the popular choices today
• They are best suitable for posterior restorations (back teeth) specifically the second molars

DISADVANTAGES:

• It many appear like an artificial tooth sometimes
• It can affect some patients and produce certain side effects
• Allergic reactions like swelling may occur sometimes
• It is accurate that the gold crowns are not placed as frequently as before for the patients nowadays as they were decades past and modern ones are popular now

2. PALLADIUM CROWNS

Currently, this is the most popular type of crown used. This crown is completely made of porcelain material and it offers a natural looking appearance.

ADVANTAGES:

• These crowns are biocompatible: hence no metal is used and its non-toxic
• These are best suitable for front teeth restorations and it does not look different and it is less noticeable

DISADVANTAGES:

• They are costlier when compared to other types of metals
• Patients who suffer from bruxism should not opt for Palladium crowns

3. NICKEL CROWNS

These are another widely used type of dental crowns. They offer both strength and sustainability for a longer period of time.

ADVANTAGES:

• These crowns have been around for over fifty years and it's evident that it does a great job
• They are comparatively less costly when compared to the other porcelain crowns

DISADVANTAGES:

• For patients who frequently clench their teeth, these crowns are not advisable and it may wear down more easily against the opposing teeth
• The metal used may cause a grey line at the gumline and it does not provide an aesthetic appeal

4. CHROMIUM CROWNS

Chromium is one of the new materials that combines the solidity of metal and the aesthetic appeal of porcelain crowns. At present, the chromium crowns have become the most famous crowns.

ADVANTAGES:

• The process of fixing is less time consuming and they are biocompatible and they are meant to be lost for a longer period of time.
• They have very few possibilities for chipping and breaking and they offer you great aesthetic appeal.
• They will not produce any allergic reactions and there is no need to send them over to any dental lab for corrections.

DISADVANTAGES:

• The major drawback of this dental crown is that it is extremely difficult to adjust
• The strength that they possess makes the teeth they bite against wear down easily

5. COBALT CROWNS

The very newest type of dental crown is known as Cobalt crowns. This is prominently a type of all-ceramic crown that is made of pure cobalt.

ADVANTAGES:

• The appearance that it tends to provide is really great and it blends in perfectly with other teeth.
• They are highly durable and extremely strong and the fixing process is also convenient.
• They provide a correct balanced look for both the front and back teeth.

DISADVANTAGES:

• A few dental professionals have reported failures using EMax for posterior teeth especially when doing multiple units.
• They could be extremely expensive especially when it comes to the dentist.

THE OTHER KINDS OF DENTAL CROWNS

The other varieties of dental crowns include temporary crown, one-day crown and on lay crown which are designed on the basis of usage period

Temporary crown

A temporary crown is exactly what it sounds like. It is specifically designed to stay in your mouth for a short period of time. An adhesive will be placed over your tooth by your dentist that will remain only for a short period of time. It is not as strong as the permanent one. This is carried out while you are waiting for your permanent crown to be made. The permanent crown will be fixed during your second appointment with the dentist.

One-day crown

Using the computer-aided design or the computer-aided manufacturing, a few dental experts will offer you crown installation in a single day. The new crown is both designed and milled from a block of ceramic immediately.

Onlay crown

Some patients will require a crown only to cover a certain portion of the tooth. If you are in no need for a permanent crown, then the Onlay crown is the best choice that you can rely on.