The Lifespan of a Dental Crown

A dental crown can be referred to as a cap for a damaged tooth. It covers the damaged tooth and aids in the restoration of the tooth.

The restoration of your damaged tooth will take a while, so there is a need for a dental crown. Sadly, the crowns can't last forever, but proper measures can be taken to extend the life of your dental crown.

To know the type of crown needed for your tooth, you must know how long it will last; it is recommended you visit a dental clinic near you.

At Montreux Dental Clinic, our dental clinic in SW Calgary is a sure bet to fixing and prescribing your dental crowns. Crowns have many uses, and their expertise covers the wide aspect of dental crown usage for teeth.

●        Restoration of broken, cracked and damaged teeth

●        Strengthen a weak tooth and avoid breakage

●        To attach dental bridges to your gum

●        Protect a frail tooth following a root canal

Dental crowns come in a variety of materials which then determine their longevity and strength. That is why before a crown is used for your tooth, try and visit a dentist to determine the best type of dental crown near you.

For the selection of crown, your dentist has to consider the strength, durability, features of each crown material and decide which one is best for you and your situation. To know which crown is suitable for you, visit a dentist to learn about getting a dental crown in Calgary as soon as possible.

The factors to be considered for which crown is suitable for you is to be done by your dentist. The materials of crowns determine the lifespan of your crown so let's consider the different materials and their expected lifespans.

Zirconia: it is a type of ceramic crown and categorized under a strong type of material related to titanium. It is made from zirconium dioxide, and its durability makes it highly resistant to fracture. However, zirconia crowns don't fit as well as other materials of crowns. Zirconia crowns can last longer if properly cared for or an average of 10-15 years.

Porcelain fused to metal: this crown is well-suited for front teeth as it makes for a natural look. Though commonly used, it is prone to chipping, and as gums recede with age, the metal edge or margin shows. On average, it is expected to last 5-15 years and longer with proper dental care.

Lithium disilicate: it is a strong type of glass-ceramic, often made of a combination of lithium and silicon. It is reported to be the most prescribed dental crown due to its strong, alluring and appealing features. This crown, with proper care, can last 5-15 years and longer.

Gold: this is the most prioritized crown due to its strength, resistance to cracking and chipping. A review showed the standard of gold to be 95% survival rate over ten years. Just like the other materials, proper care of a gold dental crown can make it last decades. Though it can be seen not to have a natural appearance and quite visible when you smile or open your mouth. It is also expensive, so dentists combine the metal to retain the crown's strength while reducing the cost.

When the following signs are shown on your dental crowns, they need to be replaced.

●        Visibility of the existence of decay

●        Broken dental crown

●        The gap between the adjacent tooth and the crown

●        Pain in the tooth or with the tooth involving the crown

●        Adjustment of the crown when chewing

●        The dental crown is not pleasing

The lifespan of the dental crown is stated to be an average of 10 years but can be maintained for longer with proper measures, which include:

●        Brush your teeth regularly

●        Floss your mouth at least once a day

●        Scheduling a dental cleaning every six months

             ●        Practicing good dental hygiene habits