Local Dentist Earns Credential from American Academy of Implant Dentistry CHICAGO, IL. -- Peter  Zahedi, DMD, of San Rafael, CA, was recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry’s at its 2019 Annual Meeting, which was held in Las Vegas, NV, October 23 – 26.  As one of 380 dentists who hold this distinguished membership, Dr. Zahedi is one of the leading experts in implant care. Doctor Zahedi maintains a dental practice at 905 Lincoln Ave, in San Rafael, CA, United States.

To qualify for Fellowship, an expert panel of implant dentists reviewed Dr. Zahedi’s professional and leadership credentials as well as commitment to excellence in implant dental practice and to the Academy's standards for ethics and patient welfare. Dr. Zahedi was required to document for review that he was a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, the certifying board that the Academy sponsors.

Established in 1951, the AAID is the only dental implant organization that offers credentials recognized by US state and federal courts as being bona fide.  Its membership, which exceeds 5,500, includes general dentists, oral surgeons, periodontists and prosthodontists from across the United States and in more than 60 other countries. For more information about the AAID and its credentialed members, please visit www.aaid.com or www.aaid-implant.org or call the AAID at 312-335-1550.

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Dental Crown Types Procedures and Aftercare

Dental Crown Types Procedures and Aftercare

May 1, 2022

Few people have naturally perfect teeth. Instead, most of them deal with issues affecting teeth’s appearance and function. Such issues are misalignment, decay, dental trauma, discoloration, and unevenly sized teeth. However, it is possible to have the perfect smile with the help of a dentist near you. One method used for a beautiful, healthy smile is getting dental crowns in San Rafael.

Dental crowns are caps customized to fit over the visible part of teeth. They are placed over teeth to restore and strengthen them after severe decay. Dental crowns are also used to replace large fillings and strengthen natural teeth damaged by dental trauma.

Dentists use these restorative dental prostheses for aesthetic purposes. For example, they correct slightly misaligned teeth, level the size of small or uneven teeth, and improve their color. In addition, crowns are part of other dental restoration procedures. These include root canal therapy and dental implants in San Rafael. Read on for more about the types and techniques of dental crowns.

Types of Dental Crowns

Before getting dental crowns near you, you need to know about the different types of crowns. Dental crowns depend on the materials, procedures, and patients’ needs. Below are some commonly used crowns for teeth restoration.

  1. All-Porcelain

These crowns are made purely of porcelain or ceramic. They are very popular since the material provides the best and most natural look. In addition, they are customized to match surrounding teeth’s shape, size, and color. Therefore all-porcelain crowns are perfect for front teeth restorations.

  1. Porcelain-Fused-To-Metal

They are a mixture of porcelain and metal fused to create a strong, durable bond. The metal structure provides extra strength for PFM crowns compared to all-porcelain crowns. Dentists design the porcelain to cover the cap for aesthetic reasons.

  1. Metal

Various metals and metal alloys are used to fabricate dental crowns in San Rafael. They include copper, gold, platinum, cobalt-chromium, and nickel-chromium. Although metal dental crowns corrode over time, they are strong and do not wear out the opposing teeth. Therefore, they are suitable for restoring molars and teeth damaged by bruxism.

Most people shy away from using metal crowns on the front teeth. It is because they do not match the color of surrounding teeth. That is why dental experts have come up with aesthetically pleasing metal crowns. An example is Zirconia or Bruxzir crowns, which are strong, long-lasting, and provide awesome aesthetics.

  1. Stainless Steel

These crowns make it possible to restore primary teeth in kids who have had root canals. A dentist places them near you to protect and strengthen teeth temporarily. An example is a baby tooth until the child loses it. The dentist can also use stainless steel crowns to cover teeth for a short while before placing a permanent crown.

  1. All-Resin

They are crowns made from dental composite resin. These crowns can easily blend with the color of surrounding teeth for a uniform appearance. All-resin crowns can are used for a short term.

  1. E-max or Lithium Disilicate

This is the most current type of crown. An e-max crown is made of a light and thin material known as Lithium Disilicate. These crowns are strong, durable, and look great in the mouth.

Procedure for Getting a Dental Crown

Getting a crown depends on the preparation required before placing a crown and the type of crown used. You will need to visit the dentist several times for custom-made crowns unless they own a crown-fabricating device. An example of such a device is CEREC® which allows the dentist to design your crown as you wait and place it in one visit.

Preparing a tooth for crown placement may involve removing decay or root canal therapy. First, the natural tooth structure is reduced and shaped. Doing so ensures that once the crown is fitted over it, it does not affect your bite. Next, an impression or a scan of the properly prepared teeth is taken and sent to the dental laboratory for fabrication. Finally, the crowns are cemented to teeth.

The aftercare for depends on the type of crown used. Your dentist will instruct you on the care and maintenance of the crown that you choose. Contact us at San Rafael Dentistry for tooth restoration services, including dental crowns.

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