A beautiful and healthy smile is a valuable asset. When your teeth are damaged or decayed, it can affect both your appearance and your oral health. In these situations, your dentist may recommend a crown or an endocrown to restore your tooth. But what exactly are these dental restorations, and how do they differ?
A crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a damaged or decayed tooth. It covers the entire visible portion of the tooth above the gum line. Crowns are used to:
An endocrown is a type of dental restoration that is used to repair a significantly damaged tooth. Like a traditional crown, it covers the entire visible portion of the tooth. However, unlike a crown, which relies on extensive tooth reduction and external retention, an endocrown utilizes the pulp chamber (the inner space of the tooth that houses the nerves and blood vessels) for retention.
You might need a crown or endocrown if you have:
How Does the Treatment Work?
Traditional Crown:
1.Preparation: The dentist will shape the tooth to create space for the crown.
2.Impression: An impression of the prepared tooth is taken to create a custom-made crown.
3.Temporary Crown: A temporary crown is placed while the permanent crown is being fabricated.
4.Cementation: The permanent crown is cemented onto the prepared tooth.
Endocrown:
1.Preparation: Minimal tooth reduction is required, mainly to remove any decay and create access to the pulp chamber.
2.Impression: An impression is taken to create a custom-made endocrown.
3.Temporary Restoration: A temporary filling may be placed while the endocrown is being fabricated.
4.Cementation: The endocrown is bonded to the prepared tooth using a strong adhesive cement.
What Are the Materials Used?
Crowns and endocrowns can be made from various materials, including:
Your dentist will help you choose the best material for your needs based on factors such as the location of the tooth, aesthetics, and cost.
If you have any questions about crowns or endocrowns, or if you would like to schedule a consultation, please contact Vision Dental Clinic in Abu Dhabi today.
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