Going to a dentist is not something that most people eagerly look forward to. It is perhaps because people always associate dental procedures with pain and discomfort. However, with advances in dental technologies, instruments and implants, a Tampa dentist will now be able to offer you an extensive range of almost painless procedures that will help you get the perfect teeth you have always wished for.

Understanding Dental Crowns

Although dental crowns have been around for quite some time now, not many people are aware what it is and why it is used. In fact, most people, who are recommended dental crowns, wonder if it is better than a filling. When a tooth features a deep cavity or if has not been filled out completely, the tooth can mar the total appeal. Dental crowns can beautifully correct a cracked, lost or broken tooth and thus enhance the beauty of your smile.

With the help of dental crowns, it is possible to preserve your teeth that may otherwise have to be extracted. If the filling from a tooth has fallen out, it is best to fit it with a crown. Such teeth will otherwise be too fragile to function well. A dental crown will perfectly fit on any tooth since it is custom made by a Tampa dentist.

Crowns can be fitted on any teeth including the molars, back teeth or front teeth. The strength of the implant will differ based on the type you choose. For example, the crowns used on cosmetic teeth are generally colored to achieve the same shape of our natural tooth enamel. Since such crowns primarily serve a cosmetic purpose, they are weaker than the more functional crowns.

New Technology in Dental Crowns

 The traditional method of creating a crown includes creating an impression of your mouth and then wearing a temporary fitting for around 3-4 weeks until the permanent crown is ready. However, with the latest technology, dentist will be able to fit you with a crown within a matter of minutes.

This CEREC technology offers several advantages such as:

Minimal waiting period

• It helps retain maximum tooth structure
• Since the tooth is almost immediately sealed, there is lesser sensitivity
• The absence of any metallic part eliminates the risk of allergies

Thanks to this cutting edge, digital technology, dentists are able to create better-fitting crowns faster than ever before. After using a computer to take a picture of the tooth, advanced software will allow the dentist to view the image of the tooth on the screen and make necessary changes as required. This process is similar to that of a 3D photo editing procedure. Next, a machine empowered with CAD-CAM technology is used to shape the crown from a piece of porcelain in around 15 minutes. The crown will then be polished and bonded on your teeth.

To sum up, Tampa dentist will offer you the most perfect dental crowns guaranteed to enhance both the cosmetic and functional aspect of your teeth.