Dental Crowns in Turkey
Dental crowns are dental caps which can be placed over a tooth or a dental implant in order to restore the health, strength, aesthetic appearance and the symmetry of teeth. Unlike veneers, they cover all surfaces of the teeth.
Who Is a Suitable Candidate for Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns are suitable for the patients who would like to repair their weak or decayed teeth, to treat an already broken tooth, to fix teeth with irregular shapes or cover the dental implants.
Dental crowns treatments provide wide range of patients with healthy and strong teeth; however, in order to know if you are a suitable candidate for dental crowns procedure, the best is to get an opinion of an experienced and expert dentist. Dental crowns treatments should be made custom-made; in a consultation that covers the general dental condition of patients and expectations from the procedure, an individualized dental crowns treatment plan can be designed to achieve the best results for the specific dental condition of the patients.
To provide the most comfortable and convenient dental crowns treatments for international patients, Clinic Mono offers online dental consultations; in this consultations, medical consultants of our clinic will reply all of your questions and your individual condition will be assessed by our experienced dentist. At the end of your online consultation, the most suitable treatment plan will be designed with the most suitable material and necessary number of crowns that will fit the best for your dental structure. You can get all the information about the dental crowns treatment and our clinic online from our dedicated medical consultants.
Materials of Dental Crowns
The materials used for dental crowns may vary; in Clinic Mono, our dentists use crowns made of e-max, zirconium, metal infused porcelain, gold, silver and titanium. Each type of crown material has its own advantages and disadvantages; material choice and the treatment plan is created according to the current condition and expectations of the patients.
E-max Crowns is a type of all-ceramic crown with an appealing translucent color combined with extra strength and durability. E-max Crowns are made from a single block of lithium ceramic: it is a highest quality material harvested due to its durability and strength. What makes the operations performed with E-max so special is that it requires minimum tooth shaving comparing other options; therefore, it is considered as revolutionary in dental practices. It is a hard and durable glass ceramic and yet the appearance is quite elegant and natural. It contains no metal on the basis which means there will no gray line around the gum even if the level of gum recedes by time. E-max restorations are used in Smile Design treatments; it enables the patients to design their own smile according to their preferences in terms of tooth shape, smile line or colors.
Zirconium Crowns are made of a white-colored metal basis with porcelain fused to the outside to create a natural appearance. The color of the basis of this material is as white as the surface which means there will be no gray or black part coming to the surface even if your gum recedes. Since the Zirconium Crowns are made of 100% white materials, the tooth is much more transparent. Zirconium Crowns provide patients with a much more aesthetic smile and therefore they are recommended to be used for the teeth in your front smile line. It is a healthy option as it does not contain Zirconium, Amalgam and Nickel, so it will not color your natural teeth or gum line. The fact that it does not contain any Nickel or Amalgam makes the material a very safe and healthy option. It is a good combination of functional and aesthetic results and affordable prices.
Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns are not recommended for patients looking for a high quality Smile Design unless you have a limited budget. They are made of porcelain over the underlying silver-colored metal material to create a natural look. Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns are more recommended to be used for the sides or back of your mouth where they will not be very visible instead of the front line. If you are on a limited budget Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns can be used on your front teeth too; however, if your gum recedes over time, a black line around your gum will appear when you smile. Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns contain Nickel; therefore, they should be renewed after 6-7 years to prevent the health of your gum against any harm or complications. If you are looking for a healthier and more natural option which does not include Nickel, other options like Zirconium or E-max will be more suitable for you.
Gold crowns does not aim to look natural; usually preferred for unique and stylish look of the teeth. Gold crowns are one the strongest and most durable crown materials; they require minimal tooth shaving beforehand.
Titanium is used in many areas of dentistry due to its durability and strength. Titanium crowns are biocompatible; the silver color of them are usually preferred to achieve a unique smile.
Silver crowns are another option for full metal crowns. It used to be used in the treatment of the back teeth because of its silver color, however today, it is preferred in front teeth too, for a unique smile. It requires minimal tooth shaving beforehand.
Dental Crowns Procedure
The consultation process is very important to achieve the most natural and functional results. The procedure begins with an online consultation where you share your expectations about the dental crowns, dental photos, and information about your medical history. A personalized treatment plan is created according to your specific condition.
Your procedure begins with an x-ray. Your dentist shaves your existing teeth down at the required level and prepare them for crowns; if the dental crowns are to be placed over dental implants no shaving of teeth occurs. Each crown is specific to the patient; your dental structure will be molded and sent to the lab for the production of real crowns.
When your special dental crowns are ready, they are placed on your teeth with the help of cement; a special light is applied to make the bonding faster and stronger.
What Are the Advantages of Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns treatment plans are made uniquely for the individual; your dentist will advise you the best material, the required number for your own condition and the other details about the dental crowns and you can choose the best one for yourself.
Dental crowns are beneficial for the treatment of many different problems with teeth; they can take part in the replacement of a missing tooth, treat the broken or decayed teeth or fix the irregular or unaesthetic shape of the teeth; with dental crowns, the color of the teeth will be renewed and stains or discoloring will disappear as well.
Damaged teeth may affect the function of the teeth and make it hard to chew. After dental crowns treatment, patients can achieve a better function of their teeth; dental crowns are made of strong materials that allows patients to chew without damaging their crowns providing that they are taken care properly.
Dental crowns are made from very strong and durable materials; therefore, they can be used for many years without a problem. The materials of dental crowns can be selected specifically for the patients to achieve the most natural results.
Recovery After Dental Crowns
- Patients can get back to their daily routines right after the procedure providing they follow the post-op instructions carefully.
- Proper oral hygiene practices should be followed.
- Swelling, bleeding, sensitivity and pain may be experienced after the procedure.
- Biting and chewing hard foods should be refrained.
Key Facts
- Operation Duration: Depends on the number of crowns
- Hospital Stay: Not required
- Recovery Time: 2-3 days
- Anesthesia: Local anesthesia