Dental crowns are one of the most common types of dental work that a person may have done in their lifetime. They are designed to help protect teeth from decay and improve their functionality while biting and chewing.
When it comes to dental crowns, St. Leo residents should be made aware that they are made from many different types of durable materials, such as ceramic or porcelain, aluminum, and gold. Because of this, many people often want to know if they have to replace their dental crowns at some point in the future, or will they last as long as they do?
This is going to be something that is different for every person, but it is important to note that dental crowns do not last forever, and there may be an instance where someone needs to have new ones placed over their teeth that are currently covered with dental crowns.
The Average Lifespan of a Dental Crown
Most people want to be given a nice round number when they want to know how many years they can expect to get out of their dental crowns. St. Leo residents should be made aware of the fact that it is hard to give a number that will be applicable to everyone, but on average, a person can expect to get about fifteen years out of their dental crowns before they should think about getting them replaced in the future.
The type of material that someone has their dental crown made from will affect how long they expect to have them last.
Even if someone takes care of their dental crowns to the best of their ability, it is still possible to break or ruin them as the result of an accident. For example, if someone gets hit in the face hard enough, it could end up ruining their dental crown and need to have it replaced.
How to Make Dental Crowns Last Longer
If you are someone who does not want to have to get new dental crowns in the near future, it is important to note that there are some actions that can be taken which would increase the longevity of dental crowns. St. Leo residents should be made aware that the most important factor is how often the dental crowns are cleaned and treated on a regular basis. They should be treated as if they are real teeth.
Another thing to keep in mind is that eating certain types of foods can be potentially more damaging to dental crowns and other types of dental work. Most notable are the hard and crunchy foods that people love, like peanut brittle. If you have dental crowns in your mouth, it is important to keep in mind what type of food you are eating, and to be careful when doing so.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Anchor Dental Care*