Why You Should Upgrade to a Metal-Free Crown

Whether it’s nearing the end of its lifespan, or you’re simply tired of feeling embarrassed or ashamed by its obvious presence when you open your mouth, there’s no time like the present to replace your metal dental crown with a durable, realistic, tooth-colored restoration! In addition to looking better in your smile, here are a few impressive benefits to upgrading your grin with these strong, natural-looking prosthetics!

They’re More Discreet

Although metal dental crowns can do an excellent job restoring and protecting damaged teeth, they do have one big drawback: they’re very obvious in your arch. Whether you’re opening your mouth to eat, speak, smile, or laugh, those dark colored spots immediately attract attention, and not in a good way. Worse yet, because their texture doesn’t match your untreated teeth, it can be hard to forget it’s there even when your mouth is closed!

With a tooth-colored dental crown, not only will nobody know your tooth was ever damaged and restored, but because their texture is just like real teeth, you’ll likely forget which one was, too!

They’re Proven Safe

Over the years, some materials once thought to be harmless have been found to carry some potential health risks. However, tooth-colored dental crowns do not use any of the metals associated with these dangers, nor will they cause an allergic reaction for those with metal sensitivities. Thus, upgrading to a tooth-colored crown could help safeguard both your oral and your overall health!

They Won’t Cause Sensitivity

Because metal expands and contracts with temperature changes, amalgam crowns can cause painful tooth sensitivity, especially when you eat or drink anything hot or cold. Worse yet, over time this can weaken it, leaving it vulnerable to more damage. With a metal-free crown, however, your restoration won’t be affected by the temperature of your food or beverage, thereby offering greater protection for the tooth and safeguarding you from unnecessary sensitivity.

Remember, while your old crown served an important purpose in your smile, there’s no reason to keep it around longer than necessary. If you’re tired of dealing with unsightly dark spots and all the drawbacks of having metal in your mouth, talk to your dentist today about upgrading to a metal-free dental crown and get a healthier, more streamlined smile!

About Our Practice

At Bear Creek Family Dentistry, we are pleased to offer metal-free dental crowns to protect your teeth safely and discreetly. Stop feeling embarrassed or insecure about your old restorations and upgrade your grin to a durable, lifelike metal-free crown today. To schedule your consultation, visit our website or call 888-676-2327 to find the location nearest you.