What Type of Crown Works Best for Front Teeth?

New Crowns on Front Teeth in Orlando FL Area

Accidental injury is one of the main causes of chipped, cracked, or broken front teeth. At the office of John E. Russo, DMD, in Orlando, Florida, we can repair front tooth damage with a dental crown. Placing new crowns on the front teeth will restore your pearly whites. These FAQs explain more about the process of getting a crown and how crowns are used.

What is a dental crown?

A crown is a hollow, tooth-shaped cap that can be fitted over a damaged tooth to restore its compromised structure. The crown will completely cover the tooth, restoring its color, shape, and function. Crowning a damaged tooth eliminates painful chewing and keeps the tooth from crumbling.

When can a dental crown be used?

Dental crowns can be used to repair damaged teeth, protect weak or worn teeth, or support a tooth with a large filling. Cosmetic crowns can be used to cover misshapen, irregularly sized, or uneven teeth to improve your smile’s appearance. Dental crowns also anchor a fixed dental bridge and replace teeth for dental implants. After evaluating your condition, Dr. Russo can help you determine if crown treatment is a good fit for you.

Are there different types of crowns?

Yes. Crowns are made from different materials to suit different dental needs. Some of the most common types of crowns are gold, metal alloy, porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, ceramic, zirconia, and composite resin.

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What type of crown works best on front teeth?

Porcelain, ceramic, and zirconia crowns have a natural tooth-colored appearance, making them a good fit for restoring damaged front teeth. You will, however, have to watch what you eat, as all-porcelain and all-ceramic crowns can chip by consistently biting down on hard foods. Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns offer a viable alternative as they have the beauty of porcelain combined with the strength of metal to restore a front tooth.

What is the process for crowning a tooth?

Dr. Russo will assess the damage to your tooth to see if a crown is really needed. If so, we’ll prep your tooth by filing it down to make room for your crown. Impressions are then taken of your tooth to send to a lab where custom crowns are fabricated. We’ll protect your tooth with a temporary restoration while your permanent crown is being made. When your permanent crown is ready, we’ll replace the temporary restoration with your permanent crown to complete your treatment.

How long do crowns last?

Quality porcelain, ceramic, and zirconia crowns can last 15 or more years with good oral care. Metal and gold crowns can last a lifetime. Composite resin crowns are less durable and are generally used as temporary crowns due to their short lifespan.

Where can I go for front tooth crown treatment near me?

Dr. John Russo can restore your smile beautifully with dental crown treatment. To schedule an appointment for a front tooth crown, contact your Orlando, FL, dentist at (407) 470-1224.

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Dr. John Russo has served Orlando’s community for over 25 years. A University of Central Florida alum, he earned his DMD with honors from the University of Florida in 1993 and completed an AEGD Residency at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Dr. Russo pursues continuing education with the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Florida Dental Convention and is an active member of the ADA, FDA, CDDA, DSGO, FACD, and more. A Top Dentist in Orlando Magazine annually since 2008, he completed the Implant Educators University of Florida College of Dentistry Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Implant Continuum in 2016.

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