Which one should you choose?
Porelain crowns have a more cosmetic characteristic, allowing them to blend in to a smile.
Gold, however, has one distinct advantage; it wears more like real teeth. Porcelain crowns are more brittle (although still incredibly strong) and have a greater chance to wear down the surrounding original teeth.
Advantages to Porcelain Crowns
- looks more like real teeth
- porcelain can be colored to match the shade of the surrounding teeth
Advantages to Gold Crowns
- wears more like normal teeth, without harming surrounding teeth
- less brittle
What are Crowns?
A crown is a restoration that covers, or “caps,” a tooth to restore it to its normal shape and size, strengthening and improving the appearance of a tooth.
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