At Shaia Dental Care, Dr. Anthony Shaia typically designs dental crowns with very durable materials like porcelain, gold or metallic alloy. Yet there are some rare occasions when an external force can potentially chip or fracture a crown. This is even more likely to occur if you participate in sports without the protection of a mouthguard or you grind your... read more »
Your crown and the abutment anchoring it are designed and intended to be durable. With proper daily care your crown has the potential to provide you with years of durable function. At the same time there are a few factors like gum disease, receding gums or advanced decay that can influence the abutment, causing the crown to become loose or... read more »
There are several smile restoration dental procedures out on the market today. From dental implants to dentures, the options are endless. Some of the more common procedures involve dental crowns and bridges. Today we are going to give you a look at both of these options to help you in your decision for a beautiful smile. Dental Bridges Dental bridges... read more »
Dental implant technology has greatly advanced over the years. Originally, dental implants could only replace a single missing tooth. Now they can also be used to anchor a bridge or even help anchor custom dentures for a secure fit. At the initial appointment, the oral surgeon will take a series of X-rays or perform a CT scan. This will help... read more »
Your crown represents an investment in restoring the form and function of a tooth that has lost a significant amount enamel due to damage or decay. Even though crown materials like gold, base metals and porcelain are not subject to tooth decay, the crown will still require daily oral hygiene care. Bacteria in your mouth can exploit food particles and... read more »
Dental implant technology has greatly advanced over the course of the last 20 years. Now dental implants can be used to replace a tooth, anchor a bridge or even provide anchor points to a secure a set of dentures. Your implants represent a serious investment in restoring the full function to your mouth. With thoughtful care and cleaning, they can... read more »