The use of dental crowns has proliferated over the past few years. Many people use them for aesthetics, such as by using gold or silver crowns. However, dental crowns can also help manage or prevent oral health problems. The only way they can do this properly is if they are installed correctly. These require the services of an experienced dentist or orthodontist with all the necessary tools for the procedure. Dental crowns are also commonly used to protect damaged teeth and replace missing ones. Some of the common issues that dental crowns can help with include the following:
Dental Cavities
When tooth enamel wears off, it can result in the formation of dental cavities. Food particles and bacteria reside in these cavities and are challenging to eliminate, even if you brush your teeth regularly. The best way to sort out dental cavities is by plugging them in using fillings. Enamel wears off due to various factors, including friction between teeth when chewing and dissolution by acids in foods. When not treated early, a dental cavity can progress to the point where they form abscesses or very deep cavities. These conditions require more invasive treatment procedures such as root canals or a treatment to remove an abscess. All this can be prevented by placing a dental crown on a tooth that has a deep cavity. The dental crown acts as a shield which is more resilient than natural enamel. It would be difficult to wear off solely via friction or acidic food. This protects your teeth from complicated dental cavities.
Dental Trauma
The effects of trauma that causes damage to the teeth and gums can be ameliorated using dental crowns. Examples of this include when someone falls face first, during contact sports events, and after road traffic accidents. Teeth that are not protected may become chipped when exposed to such trauma. The placement of dental crowns protects damaged teeth from further harm and also prevents increased sensitivity in the involved teeth. The presence of crowns during such trauma can also be beneficial since dental crowns may protect the teeth from further damage.
Bruxism
This is also known as night time teeth grinding. It is an involuntary clenching of the jaw when asleep and is difficult to control. Bruxism often leads to faster wearing of enamel resulting in an increased risk of tooth cracking and cavities. There are several methods of eliminating bruxism that have moderate rates of success. These include orthodontic treatments and encouraging clients to reduce stress. Using dental crowns is an effective way to prevent the damage caused by bruxism. If you suffer from bruxism, it’s essential to have dental crowns placed professionally. Consulting an experienced dentist such as ours is well worth it.
Tooth Loss
Using dental crowns can also be a treatment for tooth loss. The dental crowns are attached to the dental implant to strengthen the adjacent teeth and bridge treatment. Using dental crowns to treat tooth loss is a delicate procedure that requires precision to get the best results.