Porcelain Crowns in Santa Barbara, CA

What is the Difference Between Porcelain and Other Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns have traditionally been made from a selection of different materials. At See Me Smile Dental we recommend porcelain crowns as we believe this is the material that is the perfect balance of function and appearance. Porcelain dental crowns are strong, comfortable, and if cared for properly, will not need to be replaced. They are matched to your natural teeth color and therefore blend in the best and usually go unnoticed.

What Are Stainless Steel Dental Crowns?

These are sometimes used as a temporary option until a permanent crown is created and customized to fit. These have been used primarily for children's primary teeth. The metal crown protects the tooth until it is ready to fall out naturally and then the metal crown falls out with it. They have also been used in the past as a more affordable option, but because of the silver color, unlike porcelain crowns, they do not look like your natural teeth.

What Are Gold and Platinum Dental Crowns?

The metal used in crowns is an alloy with a high content of gold and platinum which means these are a more expensive option, although the alloy can also be created with nickel, cobalt and chromium mixes.

Metal crowns rarely chip or break though some do not find them as appealing cosmetically since the metal or alloy retains its original color.

What Are Porcelain-Fused-To-Metal Dental Crowns?

The color of porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns can be adapted to match your teeth. This is not the longest lasting option, however, as the materials aren't as strong as other options. A tooth capped with this type of crown can also cause wearing to the adjacent teeth.

What Are Resin Dental Crowns?

These crowns are the least expensive option initially, however they do need to be replaced more often. They can be prone to fractures as well.

What is the Process of Placing Porcelain Crowns?

There's no need to continue suffering from weak and decayed teeth.

Initially, we invite you to visit our office for a dental crown consultation, examination, and x-rays. This helps us to develop a personalized dental crown treatment plan that suits your needs and preferences. Then, we will take impressions of your teeth to guarantee your crown fits naturally and comfortably. We will also get rid of any decay or infection that is present.

To protect your tooth, a temporary crown will be affixed while your permanent crown is being created. Temporary crowns are created here in our office and are made from either stainless steel or an acrylic-based material.

Within a few weeks, we'll have you come back to our office, where Dr. Omid Barkhordar and his professional staff will use our specialized and durable cement to seal and bond your crown. Your new, confident, smile will be ready to reveal to the world!

How Much Do Porcelain Dental Crowns Cost?

A number of factors will affect the cost of your porcelain crown treatment. The position of the tooth, the material of the crown, and the size of the tooth all factor into the cost of your restoration.

If a crown is the right treatment for you, the team at See Me Smile Dental will gladly work with you to put together the right plan for you and go over your payment options.