Implant crown
Since their invention, dental implants have become the best possible way to replace missing teeth or teeth that are not functionally sound and viable. Depending on the number of teeth that may need to be replaced, dental implant procedures can vary greatly; in some cases, a single implant and crown is all that is needed, while in other cases, multiple implants may be used to support a bridge that includes an entire row of teeth -- though even when multiple teeth must be replaced, individual implants and individual crowns can be a viable prosthetic solution.
An implant with a dental crown is the structure that can be used to replace a single tooth. If the tooth has not already fallen out but has been determined to be non-viable or failing, the replacement procedure will begin with a tooth extraction. Once the tooth is extracted, the dental professional makes a small incision in the gum tissue and drills a hole for the dental implant. Once the implant is placed, it is given time to heal, and for the surrounding bone to fuse to the implant. While the implant is healing, the dentist may place a partial denture or temporary crown, to allow the mouth to retain its full function. Once the implant has healed and integrated into the jawbone, the dentist will remove this temporary crown and then attach an abutment to the implant; this abutment will be used to securely attach the crown to the implant. Dental crowns are usually made of porcelain that has been tinted to match the surrounding teeth in color and luminosity, restoring both the function and the appearance of the patient’s smile.
Dental implants can be an advantageous restoration type for multiple reasons. Because the implant body replaced the roots of the teeth, implants can help restore the bite strength and provide a firm anchor for the replacement teeth while also maintaining the integrity of the jawbone itself. Dental crowns, placed onto the abutments that are affixed to the implants, are custom-crafted by dental laboratory technicians based on impressions of the teeth and are intended to match the surrounding teeth and be completely realistic in appearance. You may choose a removable crown, a fixed crown, or a hybrid prosthetic.
Removable crowns are similar to removable dentures. The base of a removable crown is surrounded in plastic that resembles the gums and is mounted to a metal platform; this platform can be snapped onto the abutment and can be removed for cleaning or repair. Fixed crowns are permanently affixed to the implant abutment. These permanently installed teeth are the most common type of implant-supported dental prosthesis. Because implants themselves are very strong, in some cases, more than one crown can be placed onto a single implant. Fixed crowns are assessed for fit, hue, and luminosity and then attached securely to the abutment and implant; they may then be modified slightly to ensure proper alignment and an accurate bite, restoring the teeth to their fullest possible function and their most pleasing form.