What Is Full Ceramic Crowns?

Full ceramic crown is a type of capping produced entirely from porcelain. It is also known as the type of veneer with the closest results to the natural tooth. The purpose of full porcelain veneer is to improve the teeth to which the procedure will be applied both aesthetically and to make them reusable.

How Is Full Ceramic Crowns Performed?

Since the full ceramic crown process is generally used for aesthetic purposes, first of all, smile analyzes are performed, aesthetic expectations are evaluated and photographs are taken. Then the teeth are abraded and the measurement is taken. The measurement can also be taken by digital means. Porcelain crowns are produced by sending the measurement taken to the laboratory. After the incoming teeth are positioned in the mouth, they are bonded and the process is completed.

When Are Full Ceramic Crowns Applied?

Full porcelain veneer may be preferred in the following cases:

• When the space between the teeth is separated,
• When tooth lengths are desired to be extended,
• In minimal tooth crowding,
• Deformities in the teeth, abrasions that occur over time,
• In cases where there is not enough bonding surface for leaf porcelain…

How Long Does It Take To Make A Ceramic Crowns?

The process takes about 4-5 days with classical impression materials. However, in cases where the size of the teeth is taken digitally, it can be completed within 1-2 days.

What Are The Advantages Of Full Ceramic crowns?

Full Ceramic crowns have a perfect color match. With these features, they can easily meet the high aesthetic expectations of the patients. They do not have a negative effect on gum health and oral health. They do not discolor over time.

What Are The Disadvantages Of Full Ceramic Crowns?

The cost of full porcelain veneers is higher than other porcelain veneers. However, their resistance to forces is also low compared to others. They are not preferred in cases where there is a missing tooth.

What Should Be Done After Full Ceramic Crowns?

After having a ceramic crowns, attention should be paid to the routine care of the teeth and a dentist should be checked at least every six months. Teeth should be brushed at least twice a day and floss should be used once a day.

It should be noted that the fracture resistance of full ceramic crowns is low. Therefore, it is necessary to avoid biting hard objects and applying excessive loads.

What Are Alternative Treatments To Full Ceramic Crowns?

There are metal-supported crowns, zirconium-based porcelain veneers and leaf porcelain veneers as alternatives to full ceramic veneers.