Dental Crowns and CEREC: Beauty and Strength

by Minneapolis Dentist Dr. Isaacson

Crowns cover a tooth to restore the normal function and appearance of the tooth. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, porcelain fused to metal (PFM), or all ceramic. The type of crown to choose will depend on not only the location in your mouth, but also how esthetic the crown should be.

Crown Materials That Make A Difference

Metal crowns, usually made of gold, are the strongest of all crowns and are ideal for back teeth, especially second molars. PFM’s are also good posterior restorations, because they blend the strength of metal with the natural beauty of porcelain.

PFM’s may not always be the best choice for esthetic work, because they can show a gray line at the margin of the crown. All-ceramic crowns are best suited for front teeth, as they give the most natural, translucent appearance. Not all teeth are candidates for all-ceramic crowns, so discuss your dental goals with one of Point Family Dentistry's qualified team members.

CEREC crowns are also all-ceramic porcelain crowns. They are created by a very precise computer model that mills a coping made of a tooth colored material called zirconium. LAVA crowns, which are also all-ceramic, are very strong and backed up with a 5 year warranty by 3M dental. These amazing CEREC crowns are custom designed and fitted to be bonded to your tooth in the same day! They can eliminate the need for an uncomfortable temporary or additional office visits. They also provide optimal function, strength, and beauty.

Knowing Your Options For A Strong, Healthy Smile

Make sure when discussing with the dentist what may be the best solution for your case, that you feel you have a good understanding about the materials being used. For example, PFM’s can be made with very high noble metal (the most expensive and best fitting) or predominately base metal alloys (palladium) which are less expensive - but do not have the best fit. Dentists who use very high noble metal will have higher fees because the expense of the metal.

To ensure you're getting the best solution and to learn more about these advanced materials, feel free to call for a consultation with Dr. Isaacson or any of his team members.

Crowns are bringing real health, beauty, strength, and longevity to many smiles... from Point Family Dentistry's team of Minneapolis dentists; also serving Burnsville, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Edina, Minnetonka, Plymouth and St Paul, Minnesota.