Types of Dental Crowns
- Different kinds of materials can be used in crowns, including:
- Porcelain.
- Ceramic.
- Zirconia.
- Metal.
- Composite resin.
- A combination of materials.
For example, you could have a porcelain crown that's fused to metal, as opposed to an all-porcelain crown.
- When selecting the material for your crown, your dentist will consider factors such as:
- Your tooth's location.
- How much of the tooth will show when you smile.
- Position of your gum tissue.
- Function of the tooth that needs the crown.
- How much natural tooth is remaining.
- Color of the surrounding teeth.
