1. Crowning Glory
Dental caps, often referred to as crowns, are used to cover broken and chipped teeth and can hide a myriad of offensive tooth decay. Caps are cemented into place and do not come out. They are permanent tooth covers and actually form a new surface. Caps are made from very strong porcelain that can endure the rigors of eating and the acids produced in the mouth. Caps also can be made from gold or silver, most often seen on people who look to make a statement with their smile.
2. Make the Best First Impression
Bling in the mouth sends a statement that you are, for the most part, not affected by societal norms. Ragged, yellow teeth, on the other hand, might project a poor, uneducated impression. Right or wrong, how you look sends out a message. To make the kind of impression that will land you a good job or get you the girl, you'll want to spend the money to cap your teeth. A big, bright smile projects confidence and sophistication. It says that you are healthy and take care of yourself.
3. Not Usually Covered
Most insurance plans do not cover cosmetic dentistry so you'll need to prepare for this kind of procedure by saving. Crowns can run as high as $1000 for each tooth. Some dentists are open to negotiating their prices when you plan to have a lot of work done. Don't be afraid to bargain and ask for a discount. Unlike covered services such as fillings and root canals, caps carry a higher profit margin, giving the dentist more room for profit.
4. Custom Made
Dental caps are individually produced based on a mold taken by your dentist. Each cap is made to fit perfectly over your exiting tooth. Dentists try to match the color to your other teeth, especially if the cap will stand out by itself in your mouth if you're not getting all of them capped. The original tooth must be shaved down before a cap can be attached. Many dentists often recommend that people find other ways to brighten their smiles cosmetically because of the drilling that will destroy the underlying original tooth.
5. Care and Feeding
While crowns are attached with permanent cement, that adhesive is still subject to loosening. When you have a cap put on, you will always have to be careful of what you eat and how you use your teeth. No more opening beer bottles with your teeth. Really hard food that requires considerable strength to bite or chew, such as taffy apples and hard candy, should be avoided. Losing a cap will not cause you physical pain, but it might be embarrassing and certainly will be expensive to replace.
Member Comments