{"id":1617,"date":"2024-10-21T12:50:39","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T16:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/?p=1617"},"modified":"2024-10-31T23:57:18","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T03:57:18","slug":"crowns-request-front-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/crowns-request-front-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Crowns Should I Request for My Front Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>What brands or types of crowns should I request for front teeth? I&#8217;m looking to replace the porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns on my two front teeth. The crowns are bulky and discolored. I have a root canal done on one of them and would like to know the most aesthetic-looking restoration that might have to cover up a dark tooth. I&#8217;ve been told that the feldspathic layered porcelain could achieve that, but I&#8217;m concerned about the strength of this type of crown. Any light you can shed on this for me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Silas from Mt. Vernon, NY<\/p>\n<p>Silas,<\/p>\n<p>The material used for your crowns is important, but the skill of the dentist and ceramist is even more crucial for natural results. While porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns may not provide the most natural appearance, all-ceramic options like feldspathic porcelain, lithium disilicate, or zirconia can closely mimic the look of natural teeth.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-1605\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dental-crowns-bite.jpg\" alt=\"New dental crowns\" width=\"440\" height=\"340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dental-crowns-bite.jpg 440w, https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dental-crowns-bite-300x232.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/>Your dentist or ceramist may use various techniques to mask the discoloration of your root-canaled tooth. One approach involves building the tooth with composite material before placing the crown. Another option is to incorporate an opaque layer within the crown.<\/p>\n<p>Many dentists succeed with e.max crowns, which combine lithium disilicate strength with feldspathic porcelain&#8217;s aesthetic appeal.<\/p>\n<p>A successful restoration lies in the hands of a skilled dentist and ceramist who can expertly match the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/porcelain-crowns\/\">color and shape of your crowns<\/a> to your existing teeth.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than requesting a crown type, material, or brand, it&#8217;s best to trust a skilled cosmetic dentist&#8217;s expertise. Allowing them to select the materials and techniques they are most comfortable with maximizes the chances of achieving a beautiful, long-lasting result.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/\">Lowell, Massachusetts, accredited cosmetic dentist<\/a> Dr. Michael Szarek sponsors this post. Read how Dr. Szarek strives to give his patients the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drszarek.com\/best-dentist\/\">best dental care in Lowell<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What brands or types of crowns should I request for front teeth? I&#8217;m looking to replace the porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns on my two front teeth. The crowns are bulky and discolored. 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