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Wednesday, April 29, 2009

The Difference Between a Filling and a Dental Crown

If you suffer from large areas of tooth decay, you may be wondering whether a filling or a dental crown is your best choice.

Your first step is a thorough consultation with an experienced and skilled cosmetic dentist like Dr. Jamie Sands or Dr. Jason Sands. They will give you a comprehensive evaluation to determine the best way of treating your tooth decay.

The difference between fillings and crowns is in the extent of damage they treat. Small and moderate areas of decay can be treated with porcelain or white-composite fillings.

·         Porcelain gives you a filling that so closely matches your natural teeth that it can’t be distinguished as being a filling. It looks like part of the tooth.

·         White composite fillings are less pearlescent than porcelain but are still excellent ways to repair damage, and are a simpler procedure. They work well for areas of moderate chewing pressure.

When decay or other damage has so destroyed a tooth that it cannot survive with just a filling, a crown is required. A crown will cover the entire visible tooth down to the gumline and give it new surfaces on every side. The tooth will have renewed stability and cosmetic beauty, and a renewed life span if you care for it well.

At Smiles By Sands in Studio City, California, we use only metal-free fillings and porcelain dental crowns, because our goal is to provide you with the highest-quality options for the most beautiful, natural smile. Please call or email our office if you would like a consultation or dental examination.

 

posted by Evan Langsted at 2:46 PM

1 Comments:

Blogger garydrew01 said...

Going to a Crown and Bridge Specialist for dental crown is a great solution for tooth decay and cavities. But you better make sure that you went to the best and trustworthy dentist in town:)

November 18, 2009 6:31 PM  

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