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Which crowns are best for front teeth?
The choice of material for anterior dental prosthetics depends on many factors, including aesthetic and functional requirements.
The cost of prosthetics depends on the type of crown, the volume of necessary procedures and the number of teeth that need to be restored. The doctor determines the price for installing a ceramic crown without metal after examination and diagnosis.
The main materials for creating crowns are:
- Metal Alloys, including precious metals, are used for manufacturing. They provide durability and reliability, but the aesthetic component is inferior due to the difference from natural teeth
- Metal ceramics Combines the strength of a metal base with the attractiveness of a ceramic cladding. Such crowns perfectly imitate natural teeth, but can cause discoloration of the gums due to oxidation of the metal
- Metal-free ceramics Includes E-max and zirconia framework designs. They have high light transmittance, low weight, resistance to acids and alkalis. A tight marginal seal prevents the development of caries
- Plastic Lightweight, but less durable and wear-resistant material compared to metal and ceramics. Plastic structures are susceptible to staining and wear down adjacent teeth over time
The use of ceramic crowns in dentistry
Ceramic crowns have a number of characteristic features:
- Aesthetics. All-ceramic crowns imitate the appearance of natural teeth, providing natural clarity and color
- Biocompatibility. The material does not cause rejection reactions, does not stain or undergo oxidation
- Durability. The service life of such prostheses is from 7 to 10 years with proper care
All-ceramic crowns are fixed primarily to the patient’s own teeth, which ensures their secure retention and natural appearance.
Important! Ceramic crowns require careful handling due to their relative fragility, especially under heavy chewing loads.
High cost and contraindications for installation are also considered disadvantages of this type of restoration.
Features of E-max crowns
About the model
E-max manufacturing technologies include pressing (E-max PRESS) and 3D milling (E-max CAD). Each of them ensures high precision and aesthetics of restorations.
Please note! Pressed E-max models are not recommended for bruxism due to the risk of fracture.
In such cases, the doctor chooses milled structures that can withstand heavier loads. These crowns are used for both single restorations and total prosthetics.
Advantages of crowns
E-max crowns are made of lithium disilicate and glass ceramics. Unlike metal, they have a light shade, do not distort the transparency that is characteristic of natural enamel, and look as natural as possible.
The main advantages of E-max crowns include:
- Strength and wear resistance. Leucite ceramics can withstand significant loads, which makes it suitable for the restoration of both front and chewing teeth
- Natural appearance. Thanks to different levels of transparency, E-max provides a smooth transition of color from the root to the top, getting as close as possible to natural teeth
- Durability. The average service life of E-max is 15-20 years, which is significantly longer than other materials
Application of zirconium dioxide and plastic in dental prostheses
Zirconium dioxide is a new generation material used for the manufacture of crowns using CAD/CAM technologies. It has the following characteristics:
- Strength and durability. Zirconium crowns are superior in strength to metal-ceramic and all-ceramic crowns, providing a long service life of up to 25 years
- Aesthetics. Due to their optical properties, zirconium crowns have a natural color transition. The light shade of the base allows you to achieve a natural look when facing with ceramics
- Biocompatibility. Zirconium is considered a hypoallergenic and bioinert material, which prevents possible allergic reactions and rejection
Although the cost of zirconium dentures is higher than that of metal-ceramic dentures, their strength, durability and aesthetics make them a better choice for long-term use. Plastic crowns are most often used as temporary solutions while the process of making permanent dentures continues. They have the following features:
- Low cost and ease of manufacture
- Short service life up to 2 years, with rapid deterioration of aesthetic appearance
- Possible risks of allergies and gum inflammation, accumulation of odors and coloring due to food coloring
Plastic crowns are suitable for quickly restoring the shape and function of a tooth, but due to their softness they require careful handling. They are also less resistant to chewing loads.
The process of dental prosthetics
Installation of crowns on the front teeth consists of the following steps:
- Preparation. The doctor assesses the condition of the oral cavity, prescribes an x-ray, removes dental plaque, and treats caries and inflammation. If necessary, old fillings are renewed
- Dissection. It involves grinding the tooth under a crown, forming a stump, and, if necessary, depulping and filling the canals. The root is strengthened using a stump tab
- Taking impressions. Impression trays with impression material or digital scanners are used to record the shape of the teeth and send the data to the dental laboratory
- Making a crown. In the laboratory, an orthopedic structure is created using casting, pressing or milling. Fitting and correction are carried out
- Installation. The finished crown is fixed to the support using dental cement. Implants are fixed with cement or screw method
It is not recommended to use crowns if the tooth tissue above the gum is less than 2-3 mm and if the tooth is destroyed by caries to the gum level and below.
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Indications for prosthetics
Ideal crowns for the front teeth imitate natural incisors, since they have identical shade and transparency. Indications for installing crowns include:
The choice of a specific type of crown and prosthetic technique depends not only on the existing problems in the oral cavity, but also on the individual anatomical characteristics of the patient, his preferences and general health.