A beautiful smile, he althy, strong, snow-white teeth is the dream of any person. However, malnutrition, bad habits, poor hygiene - all this negatively affects dental he alth. To temporarily hide the shortcomings of the oral cavity, dentists use plastic crowns on the front teeth. Reviews about this procedure have already been left by many customers. Let's take a closer look at these crowns, their advantages and disadvantages, indications for use and customer reviews.
Summary of plastic crowns
Plastic crowns are commonly used by dentists as temporary. But if the client has a difficult financial situation, then they can be used as permanent ones. Plastic crowns for the front teeth, reviews of which have already been left by many patients, perfectly imitate natural teeth, theireasy to make. But they are much less durable than crowns made from other materials.
Such crowns can hide chipped teeth and make a smile more aesthetic. They are very easy to make, so you can get rid of the external imperfections of the teeth in a short period of time. Plastic crowns on the front teeth can be used as permanent ones. And for chewing teeth, they can only be used temporarily, because they will not endure a large load.
Advantages of plastic crowns
Plastic crowns have a number of advantages:
- Aesthetic appearance after installation.
- Affordable price, especially for people with difficult financial situations.
- Fast production capability.
- Temporary protection of front teeth from cold air and harmful bacteria.
Disadvantages of plastic crowns
Despite a number of positive qualities, plastic crowns also have disadvantages:
- Color changes. Food-grade, artificial colors soak into the plastic and leave stains.
- The crown may crack from stress.
- Possible allergy, as the material contains various compounds that can provoke an allergic reaction.
- Plastic is porous and can harbor bacteria. The patient should take better care of their teeth and crowns.
- Plastic crowns are quickly erased, so they can not be longuse.
- Sharp crown edges can injure soft tissues.
Plastic crowns: indications for use
Plastic crowns are recommended for use in these cases:
- If there are minor defects in the front teeth (wrong shape, size or shade of enamel), plastic crowns will help maintain an aesthetic appearance.
- To maintain chewing ability.
- If you need to protect the turned tooth from exposure to cold and bacteria before a permanent restoration is installed.
- To prevent infection of the gum bed.
- If it is necessary to cover the implants while the permanent crown is being fabricated and placed.
- So that the dentition does not move;
- In case of periodontitis, when splinting is necessary.
- To restore normal diction.
Contraindications for use
Plastic crowns, photos of which will be posted below, are not recommended for use in the following cases:
- If the patient is allergic to polymer compounds.
- If the patient has a psychiatric diagnosis.
- Having a deep bite.
- If the patient has bruxism (teeth grinding).
It should also be noted that plastic crowns should not be placed on children either.
The process of installing a plastic crown
You can make a plastic crown in a laboratory or in a doctor's office. If the doctor makes ithimself, then such a crown, most likely, will be temporary, and you can wear it for no longer than one month. First, the doctor must make an impression of the tooth using a plastic mass. After that, the tooth is ground. In those that have one root, it is necessary to remove the nerves and seal the canals. It is better to leave the nerves in chewing teeth, therefore, when treating them, an anesthetic is used. A special powder must be added to the resulting cast. Then it must be put on the tooth, and removed when the mass hardens. The crown needs to be ground and polished. Also, fixing cement must be used for fixing.
If a plastic crown is used as a permanent crown, it can be made on a metal base. So she will be stronger. Such a crown is covered with plastic on top, and if something falls off, it can be easily restored. A permanent plastic crown can be used for 3 years, and a metal-based crown for 5 years. If it is not changed in time, it can harm the entire oral cavity.
How is a plastic crown removed?
To remove such a crown from a tooth, you first need to use ultrasound. Thanks to him, the action of cement is weakened. The doctor then uses the Kopp apparatus. Using jerky movements, the crown is slowly removed from the tooth. He himself remains intact. After that, particles of cement must be removed from the tooth. During the procedure, the patient does not feel pain.
Cost of a plastic crown
As for the price of such a crown, it depends on manyfactors. Professional level of specialists, clinics, scope of work. If a plastic crown is used as a temporary one and made directly in the doctor's office, then it will cost from 1000 rubles. The same temporary crown, but made in the laboratory, will cost from 4000 rubles. If a plastic crown is used as a permanent one, then its price will be from 5500 rubles. And if it is made with a metal base, it can cost up to 6,500 rubles.
Plastic crowns: reviews
The use of plastic crowns is quite common. Many people have tried this procedure on themselves and left their comments. Reviews are quite contradictory. Some people are happy that the plastic is very light and does not weigh down the tooth. In addition, many patients note a fairly low price compared to other crowns. As for the negative reviews, many people complain that such crowns are very difficult to clean, they attract various stains rather quickly. It is necessary to limit yourself in strong tea, coffee, many fruits. Even patients are not very happy with the temporary effect of a plastic crown. It needs to be carefully looked after and changed from time to time. But some people claim that it was plastic crowns that saved them from some problems, such as darkening of the natural tooth and gum disease. Such crowns are best used to eliminate external defects of the teeth, but not for treatment. As mentioned above, the reviews are quite contradictory. Sothe decision whether to use such crowns or not is entirely up to you.
In conclusion, I would like to add that before using this type of crowns, consult your doctor and take an allergy test. These crowns will help you hide small defects in your front teeth and make your smile more attractive.
Take care of your teeth, eat right, give up bad habits, and your smile will always be open and charming!
