In this day and age it has become very common to come across a person who has suffered or is suffering from missing teeth. In fact, statistics show that missing teeth affect one in three people in the UK. So what causes missing teeth? Our diet and lifestyle choices play a major role in determining the condition of our teeth. In addition the level of oral hygiene plays an important part too. Even more common is to have damaged teeth.
Crowns and bridges Wimbledon are the more popular choices to replace missing or damaged teeth. If you are looking to have treatment done to replace missing or damaged teeth then look no further than Wimbledon Dental Care where we hire trained professionals and members of staff who are able to deal with all your specific needs and requirements in a friendly, approachable and positive manner.
What is a crown?
A crown is a cap that is placed on top of a broken or damaged tooth with the intention of giving it the support that it requires which it is unable to receive from a filling. Essentially a patient would opt for a crown after they have tried using a filling and if this has failed to do the job correctly.
What do crowns look like?
This is a question that we often get asked and you will be surprised when you find out that a crown essentially looks the same as the top of a tooth. It is white in colour and is designed to merge beautifully and seamlessly with the rest of the teeth.
The purpose of the crown is to provide the damaged tooth with support and restore the shape and size of the tooth and to improve the tooth’s appearance.
There are different types of crowns and which crown you opt for will be discussed at your initial consultation. Crowns are either made of metal, porcelain, ceramic or resin. People nowadays opt for either porcelain or ceramic due to the fact that these materials are more similar in colour to natural teeth and therefore provide a seamless finish. It is particularly beneficial for people who want to be discreet about the treatments they have had done. Crowns and bridges Wimbledon are readily available and, therefore, if you feel that you are in need of this service then contact our dentist now.
How to care for crowns and bridges
Once you have had your crowns and bridges Wimbledon it is important that you look after them to ensure their longevity. Typically crowns are known to last approximately 15 years, but they will require work from you to be able to sustain this. Ensure that you are brushing your teeth twice daily, using mouthwash and also flossing twice daily. This is the perfect combination and will help to ensure that there is no build up of plaque and bacteria around the treatment area. Also ensure that if you are drinking fizzy drinks, coffee or alcohol that you are brushing your teeth thoroughly after these beverages, due to the fact that they can cause staining. Also the sugars from these drinks tend to remain attached to the teeth which leads to further decay.