Introduction
Dental Prosthesis are artificial teeth that look the same as natural teeth in appearance and function.
Veneers, crown, and bridges are made up of different materials that are permanently attached to
the tooth with the help of dental cement after tooth preparation.
What are veneer crowns and bridges?
Veneers are the thin layer that covers the front side of the tooth. It can correct many aesthetic issues such as hard tooth stains, fill gaps between front teeth, and correct the shape of the chipped tooth. Most of the veneers are made up of porcelain and resin composite that is the same in appearance as the natural tooth.
Crowns cover the whole surface of the tooth. Dental crowns are used for tooth protection after different dental treatments such as dental implants, restoring the tooth in deep caries, and strengthening the tooth after RCT. Crowns are made up of different materials metal, ceramic resin, and porcelain. Selection of material of crown according to the requirement of tooth problem
.Bridges replace multiple teeth and fill the gap between the teeth. Dental bridges resolve several dental issues that arise due to missing teeth such as smiling issues, dragging of facial bone, chewing problems, and alignment of remaining teeth. Bridges are supported by the natural tooth called abutments. Commonly bridges take support from teeth that are adjacent to the gap or implant-supported.
What differences and similarities between crowns, veneers, and bridges?
All dental prostheses are customized and permanently fixed to the teeth. Tooth preparation is required before the placement of the veneer, crown, and bridges. But they can be differentiated based on their usage such as
- Veneers are commonly used for cosmetics purposes, used only in front teeth, and have less tooth structure loss during their preparation and placement.
- Crowns restore and protect the single tooth from further damage, and can overcome biting as well as cosmetic problems.
- Brides are groups of three or more teeth it filled the space and give both mastication and aesthetic support.
- In crowns and bridges covered the whole surface of the tooth, a lot of tooth structure is lost during their preparation but they are long-lasting and better attached to teeth.
Picking up the right treatment for you
According to the requirement, the dentist selects the best prosthesis for you. Veneers are the best choice for front teeth as compared to the crown which can be the best fit for both front and back teeth. Crown is used where teeth strengthen and cosmetics are both required. Bridges are picking up to fill the gap for mastication and facial aesthetic.
Durability and long-term application?
The Durability of the dental prosthesis depends upon its function and location in the oral cavity.Veneers are less durable than crowns and brides because it’s only supported by the front side of the tooth. Veneers are available in two materials porcelain and resin composite. Porcelain veneers are long durable, and less likely to stain, but more expensive than resin composite veneers.
Crowns are durable and long-term as compared to veneer. All ceramic crowns are durable in the front tooth. Porcelain fused to metal is another choice for both front and back teeth because it is better in appearance as well as in durability.
Bridges like the crown are durable. Implants-supported bridges are more long-lasting and durable. Traditional bridges can be used for the long term 10 to 15 years after they should be replaced. Based on material, metal coved with resin bridges are more durable than other types of bridges.
Overview of each procedure
In veneer preparation, the dentist first takes an impression of your tooth and made a mold, then veneers are customized according to your teeth size and shape. Now the dentist prepares your teeth and creates some rough texture on the tooth surface for veneer attachment.
Lastly, a veneer is attached to the upper surface of the tooth with the help of dental cement. In crown and bridges, the dentist first prepares your teeth, then takes an impression and made the mold to record the size, shape, and fine details of the teeth. After the crown and bridge preparation, the prosthesis is laminated on the prepared teeth.
Dental prostheses can be prepared in laboratories and clinics by using the digital 3Dprinters or CADCAM technique. Digital dentistry can prepare and attach prostheses on the same day in a single visit.