The Advantages of Implant Supports for Crowns

When it comes to dental implants in Livingston, NJ, the office of Dr. William Gerard has the information and services you need to make an educated decision. When a tooth becomes damaged, some repair must be done. It can be the result of a large filling that can no longer be supported or a broken tooth. One option is a crown.

With a traditional crown, the natural tooth and root remain and are covered by a crown. The tooth that remains must be reshaped to fit under the crown. The crown can be made of a variety of materials: metals, resin, porcelain, or ceramics. In some cases, a root canal is also performed either before the crown is placed or after the crown has already been placed, depending on when the need arises.

A crown looks and acts like a natural tooth and if the nerve is still there, it can be sensitive. It can also chip if it is porcelain, and it can become loose over time and this can allow decay to form under the crown. One of the worst scenarios is if the crown falls off, sometimes it can be cemented back on, but not always.

Dental implant crowns are incredibly durable and that is their major advantage. They are solidly implanted into your jaw bone, there is no tooth to get decayed and no root to lead to sensitivity. The natural tooth and root are extracted and are no longer there to pose any issues.

An implanted crown is a permanent solution to the problem of bad teeth. A titanium screw goes into the jaw bone and then a crown is attached above the gum. It looks and functions like a natural tooth. The implant itself is not visible, and it gives all the appearance of a natural tooth. It will not come loose since it is attached to a post. When getting dental implants in Livingston, NJ, Dr. Gerard will be there to give you the support and information you need.

Another advantage of dental implant crowns is that they preserve the bone and keep the jaw bone from deteriorating. When the screw is placed in the jaw, it stimulates bone growth, which is good for your facial structure and keeps you looking younger longer. For dental implants in Livingston, NJ, Dr. Gerard and his experienced staff can give you the information and the procedure that you need. Call the office at (973) 740-1277 for a consultation.