Dental implants provide patients with strong new teeth that look and feel just like their own teeth. Implants can be topped with dental crowns, bridges, or dentures, depending on how many teeth in your smile are missing. While implants are durable, the crown, bridge, or denture of your implant can sustain damage as a result of an accident or if put under frequent, heavy stress through night time teeth grinding or bad habits like chewing on fingernails.
Repairing and Replacing Broken Prosthetics
Restoring the function and appearance of damaged implant-supported teeth is often a simpler process than fixing traditional tooth replacements, like bonded dental bridges. Only the prosthetic needs to be removed and replaced. The implant itself remains as-is while we create a brand new restoration to help your smile look its best. Our dental prosthetics are made to withstand the pressure of everyday oral function, as well as the pressure from bruxism (teeth grinding). We take care to ensure that your implant crown is properly cemented in place so you can enjoy longer-lasting restorations.
The Importance of Using Replacement Teeth with a Metal Substructure
On top of the dental implant post is an attachment piece called an abutment. The abutment holds your dental crown or other prosthetic securely in place and is often made from metal. We use metal-based crowns, which are compatible with the metal abutment and provide a strong and durable base for your replacement teeth.
Problems with Osseointegration
In rare cases, the implant post itself may be the reason why your dental prosthetic is causing problems for oral function. This typically occurs when the implant has not been placed in an area where bone is dense and healthy, which interferes with the bonding process. Failed osseointegration isn’t common. We work with a local oral surgeon to ensure that your implant is placed properly. However, if you are experiencing any problems with your implant-supported teeth, we can pinpoint the source of the issue and work with a specialist for repairs, if needed.
If you have a bothersome dental implant or implant crown, contact our Shoreline, WA implant dentist to learn more about how we can repair and replace implant-supported teeth.
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When Do I Need a Dental Crown?
Dental crowns are able to restore a tooth that has experienced severe decay above the gum line. In preparation for a crown, your natural tooth is prepared and once the crown is fabricated it is cemented over the tooth to regain strength and appear healthy.
However, there are times when dental crowns aren’t necessary depending on the amount of healthy enamel present on a tooth. The philosophy of conservative dentistry practiced at our Shoreline dental office means only removing and treating as much tooth structure as needed. You may not need a dental crown in the following circumstances:
Small Spots of Decay
Patients know this dental problem as a cavity. Very small spots of decayed dental enamel can be treated with tooth-colored composite resin.
Decayed Walls of Teeth
Tooth decay starts out small and spreads, causing increasing damage to enamel as it goes. But it can be stopped in it tracks without the need for preparing the entire tooth. If decay has damaged the outer sides of teeth an onlay can be used to replace this portion of dental enamel and strengthen the teeth.
Dental Decay on the Center of Tooth Enamel
When decay is localized on the top center of your natural tooth and hasn’t affected outer walls of your tooth an inlay can be used. Inlays, like onlays, are made from tooth-colored porcelain and allow Dr. Stanley to only remove and restore the affected areas of dental enamel.
Deciding Which Restoration is Best
Our cosmetic and restorative dental office helps find the right restoration to meet your needs and ensure that decay does not further damage healthy tooth structure. We provide porcelain inlays, onlays, and dental crowns to help restore damaged teeth. If you have questions about getting a dental crown or any other restoration, please contact our Shoreline, WA dental office for your consultation.
However, there are times when dental crowns aren’t necessary depending on the amount of healthy enamel present on a tooth. The philosophy of conservative dentistry practiced at our Shoreline dental office means only removing and treating as much tooth structure as needed. You may not need a dental crown in the following circumstances:
Small Spots of Decay
Patients know this dental problem as a cavity. Very small spots of decayed dental enamel can be treated with tooth-colored composite resin.
Decayed Walls of Teeth
Tooth decay starts out small and spreads, causing increasing damage to enamel as it goes. But it can be stopped in it tracks without the need for preparing the entire tooth. If decay has damaged the outer sides of teeth an onlay can be used to replace this portion of dental enamel and strengthen the teeth.
Dental Decay on the Center of Tooth Enamel
When decay is localized on the top center of your natural tooth and hasn’t affected outer walls of your tooth an inlay can be used. Inlays, like onlays, are made from tooth-colored porcelain and allow Dr. Stanley to only remove and restore the affected areas of dental enamel.
Deciding Which Restoration is Best
Our cosmetic and restorative dental office helps find the right restoration to meet your needs and ensure that decay does not further damage healthy tooth structure. We provide porcelain inlays, onlays, and dental crowns to help restore damaged teeth. If you have questions about getting a dental crown or any other restoration, please contact our Shoreline, WA dental office for your consultation.
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