If Porcelain Dolls are Fragile, Why are Porcelain Restorations Durable?
June 13, 2018
Before you get started with a cosmetic or restorative dentistry plan that includes dental porcelain, you may be thinking, “Isn’t porcelain fragile?” The answer is, “Yes and no.” While a porcelain doll or a porcelain glass may be fragile, a porcelain knife is strong and so are porcelain restorations. The key is using the highest grade porcelain and cementing it into position properly, so the underlying tooth structures provide support and strength. In fact, porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges, and other restorations are just as strong if not stronger than your healthy tooth enamel, and they can be shaded to perfectly match these natural structures.
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How do I know if I Need a Dental Crown?
July 11, 2017
The only way to know for sure whether or not you need a dental crown is to schedule an appointment with your dentist. Dental crowns are advanced restorations used to repair teeth following significant decay or damage. They fit completely over the top of the tooth to replace the lost structure and renew function. In order to preserve the maximum amount of tooth structure, we’ll only recommend dental crowns when more conservative treatments like tooth colored fillings are inadequate in repairing dental damage. During a treatment consultation, a dentist will examine your smile, capture diagnostic x-rays and images, and help you determine whether or not a dental crown is your best treatment option.
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Dentist in Hillsboro shares top signs you’ve got a cavity
January 15, 2016
So you’ve got a problem tooth, and you think it may have a cavity — but how can you know for sure? Your dentist in Hillsboro shares the top signs you’re suffering from a cavity, how we’ll fix it and and what causes cavities in the first place. Keep reading for vital oral health information from The Dentists at Orenco Station!