{"id":46,"date":"2013-05-01T10:24:50","date_gmt":"2013-05-01T10:24:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dental-design.co.uk\/client_area\/richard-porter\/public_html\/?page_id=46"},"modified":"2014-03-19T17:45:55","modified_gmt":"2014-03-19T17:45:55","slug":"crowns","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nwlsmilecentre.co.uk\/kilburn\/dental-treatments\/crowns\/","title":{"rendered":"Crowns"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"video-right\"><span id=\"player1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.macromedia.com\/go\/getflashplayer\">Get the Flash Player<\/a> to see this player.<\/span><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dental-design.co.uk\/js\/treatment-animations\/vkobject.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dental-design.co.uk\/js\/treatment-animations\/crowns.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<h2>What is a crown?<\/h2>\n<p>A crown is a cap that is placed over a  tooth and held in place by dental adhesive or cement.<\/p>\n<p>Crowns are used for several reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>as  a protective cover for badly decayed teeth or fractured teeth<\/li>\n<li>as  a permanent restoration for teeth with large fillings<\/li>\n<li>to  correct minor problems in natural teeth like spacing and irregular shape or  severe discolouration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What  are crowns made from?<\/h2>\n<p>Crowns can be made from a variety of materials.&nbsp; They can be made from plastic, ceramic or  metal alloys.&nbsp; A combination of metal  and ceramic is also possible to maximise strength and simulate the appearance  of natural teeth. <\/p>\n<h2>How  are crowns made?<\/h2>\n<p>Firstly, a thorough clinical examination is  conducted with radiographs, by the dentist.&nbsp;  The suitability for crowns is assessed and any preparatory work is  carried out.&nbsp; Your dentist will also be  able to advise on material choices, treatment sequence and any other concerns  you may have.<\/p>\n<p>At the second appointment, the teeth to be  crowned are prepared. This involves reduction of the tooth size (usually under  local anaesthesia) followed by an impression or mould of the prepared  tooth.&nbsp; This trimming of the tooth is  required to create space for the crown to be fitted.&nbsp; The mould taken is then sent to a laboratory where skilled  technicians will fabricate the crown. In the meantime, a temporary crown is  made and fitted onto the trimmed tooth.<\/p>\n<p>At the third appointment, the temporary  crown is removed and the tooth surfaces cleaned.&nbsp; The completed crown is tried on the tooth for fit, harmony with  the bite, and appearance.&nbsp; Finally, the  crown is cemented onto the prepared tooth with dental cement.<\/p>\n<h2>How  long do crowns last and how do I care for them? <\/h2>\n<p>Crowns are made of inert materials that do  not deteriorate over time. However, the underlying tooth is still prone to  decay and gum disease.<\/p>\n<p>Ceramic on the surface may chip or  fracture. Avoid chewing excessively-hard substances like ice or bones. Daily  brushing and flossing are essential for maintaining good oral health as well as  keeping the crown trouble-free. The most vulnerable portion of the crown is the  margin or the junction between tooth and crown.<\/p>\n<p>Regular check-ups will enable your dentist  to detect any problems with your crown and recommend necessary treatment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get the Flash Player to see this player. What is a crown? A crown is a cap that is placed over a tooth and held in place by dental adhesive or cement. 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