A gold tooth cap is another name for a gold dental crown. Cap and crowns are basic descriptions of how this kind of dental restoration works. It acts like a cap or crown for a tooth, going over natural tooth that has been reduced and making the tooth look just like any other tooth. It basically covers the whole of the tooth that is above the gum line. This enables a tooth that has been otherwise irreparably damaged to be restored to full functionality. Crowns are also important in dental implant surgery because the implant acts only as the anchor and root of the tooth, a crown must be used to make it useable.
A gold tooth cap is just one type of dental crown. Other types of crowns can be used for a variety of different situations and tastes. A silver crown is another option if you would like a metal dental crown. Metal crowns are extremely strong but do not look like a real tooth and can cause some discomfort to a living tooth. This is because metal responds to temperature more than porcelain and this can cause heat and cold to make a tooth feel uncomfortable. This is not a problem for a tooth that has had root canal therapy.
A gold tooth cap can really stand out in a smile. This is not true of a porcelain crown. Porcelain naturally looks like a real tooth, and a well made porcelain crown can be virtually undistinguishable from any other tooth. The rise of cosmetic dentistry has made the porcelain crown much more popular and has improved the technology behind it's creation. Crowns can even be made with a metal base for strength covered by porcelain for looks. What type of crown you get all comes down what is best for you but dental crown information is important to have before you commit to anything.
If you would are thinking about getting a gold tooth cap and would like to speak with a dentist in the Atlanta area, please consider visiting us at the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team is one of the most experienced in Atlanta with over 20 years of experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists in Georgia are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are more than welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like schedule an appointment with our Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist, Mark Allan Padolsky, call to make an appointment at 404-874-7428.