Most dentists today will offer their clients ceramic or porcelain dental caps to correct one or more issues that someone is having with their teeth. This is because dental caps made from these materials look so much like real teeth that it is nearly impossible for someone to tell the difference. The only issue is that it is not always applicable for dental professionals to set their patients up with ceramic or porcelain dental caps. Holiday residents should be made aware that these materials can break in certain instances, and if someone is breaking their dental caps more often than they should be, they may need to seek alternative options to have better protection for one or more teeth.
Porcelain Caps Fused to a Metal Base
Some people would not want any other type of dental cap other than one made from porcelain because they don’t like the idea of getting one made out of a very noticeable material, such as metal. In an instance like this, a patient may not be aware that they cap options with a metal base to add more support to the porcelain dental caps. Holiday residents should be made aware that this metal base is not something that people can see because they are covered with porcelain, making them just as good as an option for someone who is self-conscious about the way metal caps are going to look.
Full Metal Dental Caps
For some people, the look of their dental caps is the last thing on their mind, and they just want something that is going to protect their already damaged or decaying tooth. This is why metal dental caps are still a popular choice today. When it comes to metal dental caps, Holiday residents should be made aware that they are made to be extremely strong, and are often used on molar teeth because they require the most stress when chewing food. Metal caps can be an option for other teeth if a dentist feels as though it would be a better option, especially for those who keep breaking or chipping their porcelain crowns.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Anchor Dental Care*