Porcelain Crowns

Dr Biron offers a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry in Boston including porcelain crowns. Porcelain crowns are similar to porcelain veneers in that they're made of porcelain and provide a new tooth surface, but they have a different purpose. They are designed to preserve badly damaged teeth that have very little tooth structure left. Porcelain veneers are designed to provide only a new front surface and treat only minor defects of the teeth.

Repair Damaged Teeth

Severe damage to a tooth is usually caused by either decay or trauma. Damage can also be caused by grinding teeth, lost filings, and chipped or cracked enamel. When a tooth is too damaged to survive by itself, a porcelain crown can protect and strengthen it, and prolong its life.

Remove Old Silver And Gold For Health

Crowns provide new tooth surfaces on all sides. Although gold crowns are still used in today's dentistry, they are not used as frequently in cosmetic dentistry. Gold or metal crowns require additional removal of healthy tooth structure, unlike metal-free porcelain crowns. Advancements in dental materials and techniques have made it possible to preserve more of the healthy tooth. Porcelain crowns have become very popular, as they are natural-looking and long-lasting. Dr Biron can help you achieve this smile makeover by contacting his Boston office facility for a consultation.