Cosmetic Dental Crowns in Leeds
Unlike porcelain veneers, porcelain dental crowns cover the entire tooth surface. Teeth needing porcelain dental crowns are usually reduced in size to make space for the porcelain structure.
Why not replace your old and dull crowns with the natural looking cosmetic porcelain crowns at Clarendon Dental Spa.
The porcelain used to construct our dental crowns does not leave black margins at the gum level, as seen with most conventional dental crowns.
The result is a long-lasting and completely natural look that will make you look much younger and give a boost to your confidence.
Call 0113 245 9004 to arrange a free consultation with one of our cosmetic dentists or to book an appointment
0% Interest free payment options available
FAQs about Cosmetic Dental Crowns
What is a porcelain dental crown?
A dental crown is a restoration that fits over the remaining tooth structure once the tooth has been prepared by your cosmetic dentist in Leeds. A Porcelain dental crown in Leeds West Yorkshire are sometimes known as a 'cap.'
Why would I need a porcelain dental crown?
Porcelain dental crowns are ideal for restoring broken down teeth due to trauma, decay or large fillings.
Porcelain dental crowns can also be used to change the colour, shape and position of your teeth. Porcelain dental crowns can also be used to hold a bridge or denture in place.
What is a dental crown made of?
The most popular crown materials are:
- Porcelain bonded to a precious metal structure: the metal gives an accurate fit and strength to the crown. Porcelain is used to make the crown look life-like.
- All porcelain crowns: have a very strong core of porcelain to act like the metal in porcelain bonded to metal crowns above. As these crowns are made of all porcelain they are very aesthetic and life-like. All porcelain crowns are usually used on front teeth.
- Gold crowns: gold is one of the oldest filing materials used in dentistry. Other metals are added to provide alloy strength.
How is a porcelain dental crown prepared?
Your cosmetic dentist will prepare the tooth into the ideal shape for your dental crown. The amount of tooth removed is the amount of space needed for the crown.
Once the tooth is shaped by your cosmetic dentist, the dentist will take an impression (mould) of the prepared tooth, one of the opposite jaw and possibly another to mark the way you bite together.
We are one of the few dentists Leeds West Yorkshire to use computer software to select the exact shade need to give the maximum aesthetics for your dental crowns.
The impressions and the data collected by your dentist is the sent to a dental technician who constructs these custom-made crowns.
What happens between visits?
A temporary crown is usually needed between visits.
However, Clarendon Dental Spa in Leeds can arrange for your cosmetic porcelain dental crown to be made and fitted on the same day.
How are cosmetic porcelain dental crowns fitted?
Once your cosmetic dentist is happy with the fit of your new crown and you are happy with the way it looks, the crown is fixed in place using special dental cements.
The cement forms a seal to hold the dental crown in place.
Does it hurt when teeth are being prepared for porcelain dental crowns?
As your cosmetic dentist will use a local anaesthetic there will be no pain.
Are porcelain dental crowns noticeable to other people?
This will depend on the quality of clinical work and technical work done on the crown and also on the quality of materials used to make the porcelain dental crowns.
The porcelain used to construct our dental crowns does not leave black margins at the gum level, as seen with most conventional dental crowns.
How do I care for my new porcelain dental crowns?
How long your crown lasts depends on how well you look after it. The crown itself cannot decay, but decay can start where the edge of the crown joins the tooth.
Thus it is paramount to keep these areas clean and to visit you dentist regularly for dental check-ups and professional cleaning.
How long do cosmetic porcelain dental crowns last?
If the porcelain crowns are properly constructed and cared for, the life-time of a crown can be more than 9 years.
Your cosmetic dentists can advise you on how long your crown is expected to last.
Clarendon Dental Spa -For designer smiles
Cosmetic dentists Leeds West Yorkshire.
