Family Dental Center of Greenville

What is a Crown?

Crowns are made of metal, ceramic, or a combination of thetwo and require very high temperatures in converting the carved was representation into the finished product. Crowns are fitted to a model of your mouth that is made at the time the teeth are prepared in your mouth. The crown is shaped and fitted to this model in the laboratory before the dentist tries it in your mouth. This process ensures that the crown will have a fit and appearance that will last for many years.

Q. What is the crown after care?

– Flossing and proper brushing is a must

– Brush gently but thoroughly where the crown meets the gum

– Avoid hard food or ice

– Limit snacks

– See your dentist regularly

– If continual discomfort is experienced after placement, contact your dentist

Q. What will happen when a tooth is not replaced?

When a tooth is not replaced, the remaining teeth can drift out of position. This can lead to cavities and gum disease.

A bridge is a replacement tooth that is supported and attached by a crown on either side of the space. The two side teeth or (anchor teeth) are prepared to provide support the bridge).

Q. When a bridge will be needed?

To replace a missing tooth with a conventional three-unit bridge, teeth adjacent to the gap are prepared.

The custom-made bridge is fitted and adjusted.

Appearance immediately after a tooth is lost.

Q. What are the Normal care and precautions to keep a healthy Bridge?

A bridge is made of very strong materials, but nothing as strong as natural tooth structure. If normal care and precautions and care are taken, a bridge can last for many years.

– Brush and floss with great care to clean where the crowns meet the tooth.

– Flossing must be accomplished underneath the bridge on a daily basis.

– Avoid eating or chewing on hard objects, food, or ice.

– Make regular visits to your dentist to evaluate the condition of the crowns.

Q.  What causes discoloration?

While people have different colors of skin and hair, they also have genetic differences in tooth color. Some teeth are more yellow, while others yellow with aging. Natural tooth color can be discolored by a number of causes. The surface of the teeth can be stained by tobacco, coffee, tea, berries and other foods as well as by deposits of calculus (which is better known as tartar).

Discoloration of the tooth internally can also result from aging, injuries, excessive fluoride, certain illnesses and taking antibiotic tetracycline during early childhood. Although bleaching successfully lightens most discolorations, certain types (like those caused by tetracycline)

Q.  Chairside Bleaching, why it gives a faster result? There are two types of bleaching procedures. Bleaching may be done completely in the dental office (known as “chairside bleaching”) or a system may be dispensed by the dentist to use at home (called “in-home bleaching”).
Chairside bleaching takes from 30 minutes to one hour per visit. It is not uncommon for the teeth to become slightly sensitive following bleaching treatments. To protect the mouth, a gel-like substance is applied to the gums and a rubber “shield” is placed around the necks of the teeth. A chemical solution, the oxidizing agent, is painted onto the teeth. A special light may be used to activate the agent.
Before	After

How Long Whitening Lasts?

Whitening usually lasts between one and three years. However, it is important to:

– Brush twice a day

– Floss once a day

– Have regular cleanings at your dentist’s office

– Ask your dentist about any concerns you may have