A tooth cap is a wonderful thing. It can be designed in many different ways and with many different materials depending on what the dentist or patient wants. Dentistry has advanced tremendously over the past decade and patients have lots and lots of choices. Materials have developed are approaching the beauty and the strength of natural teeth. It's very important to discuss your options before your treatment begins.

          An all porcelain tooth cap is beautiful and looks like a natural tooth. There's no metal underneath the porcelain which gives the porcelain an natural appearance. A gold cap is made completely of gold. This type of dental crown has been used for many centuries. It's not new. Gold does not break like porcelain and gold lasts almost twice as long. However, American society is more and more demanding a natural and attractive appearance which has lessened the use of gold alloys and gold crown restorations.

          To create a tooth cap, the dentist has to first prepare the natural tooth which will support it. The natural tooth is reduced in miniature so that the dental crown going over it will have the natural size of a real tooth. If the tooth is not prepared enough and is too big, the crown will appear bulky and artificial. A crown that is too large can also screw up the patient's bite and create a TMJ problem.

          The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. They offer their patients comprehensive general dentistry including all types of crowns, porcelain veneers, tooth whitening and lots more. If you are interested in a tooth cap and wish to smile with confidence and pleasure, the dentists at our smile center would be happy to assist you. To schedule a free dental consultation with Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428.