Smart Tips for Caring for a Crown

At My Dental and Implants in Glendale, Arizona, we use dental crowns to repair and restore damaged teeth. Getting crowns on front teeth that have been damaged by decay or accidental injury can make a world of difference in restoring your smile. Porcelain crowns are known for their resilience, stain-resistant properties, and exceptional beauty. But they require care to retain their health and esthetics. Dr. Nima Afzalian and our team offer the following tips for caring for your crowns to get the most from this treatment.

Dental Crown Care Tips

With proper maintenance and care, a porcelain crown can have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years! If you’re new to dental crown treatment, you may be unfamiliar with how to keep them in optimal health. These dental crown care tips can help:

• Stay on Top of Your Oral Hygiene

Good oral care is the secret to keeping your teeth and dental crowns in shape long-term. A good oral hygiene routine includes thorough brushing twice daily, flossing, and scheduling routine dental checkups and cleanings. Flossing is especially important as it keeps food particles from gathering between your teeth, where bacteria can breed. Although dental crowns are cavity-proof, the teeth under your crown aren’t. Good oral hygiene will protect these teeth from decay and gum disease. Make sure you use a soft bristle brush and gentle, non-abrasive toothpaste to clean your crown and prevent scratches.

• Avoid Hard and Sticky Foods

Although porcelain crowns are strong, they’re not indestructible. Neither are they impervious to wear and tear. You can extend the lifespan of dental crowns by avoiding hard and sticky foods. Biting down on hard foods can chip or crack a crown or wear it down prematurely. Sticky foods can cause your crown to come loose. Bad habits of chewing on ice or pens and pencils and using your teeth like tools can also lead to dental crown damage and the need for replacement before its time.   

• See Your Dentist Regularly  

Routine dental checkups and cleanings are a must to keep your teeth and crowns in good shape. Through a routine checkup, Dr. Afzalian can catch problems with your restorations early so repairs can be made. Bi-annual cleanings keep your crowns looking and feeling their best long-term.

• Wear a Night Guard for Protection Against Teeth Grinding

If you grind your teeth at night, wear a night guard to protect your dental crowns and teeth. Nighttime bruxism can wear down or chip and crack the surface of your crown over time, making it necessary to have it replaced. Dr. Afzalian can customize a night guard for your use. A custom-fitted night guard will provide optimal protection against teeth grinding to protect your crown and teeth from the harm that bruxism can cause. 

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To learn more about the benefits, uses, and care of dental crowns, in Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Surprise, and surrounding cities contact Dr. Nima Afzalian from My Dental and Implants in Glendale, AZ, at (623) 300-2550.

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