Cosmetic Dental Crowns Common Mistakes

Choosing a Crown for Color

A very white crown might seem like a great idea at first.. When it sits next to your natural teeth it can stick out too much. The best way is to pick a shade that matches your smile. Don’t go for the shade just because it looks bright.

The “Perfect White” Trap

A common mistake is picking a crown color based on teeth that are still being whitened. If you plan to whiten your teeth do that before getting a crown. Otherwise your crown could end up looking darker than the teeth around it.

Ignoring the Shape of the Crown

Color gets all the attention. Shape is just as important. A crown can match your tooth color perfectly. Still look fake if its too big or doesn’t match the shape of your other teeth.

We don’t want every tooth to look the same. Real smiles have differences. That’s what gives them their look.

Treating the Crown Like an Indestructible Tooth

• Chewing ice is never an idea, especially if you’ve had cracked teeth before.

• A night guard helps if you grind your teeth at night. The crown doesn’t stop the pressure.

• Sticky foods aren’t off-limits. Anything that keeps pulling at the crown should be handled carefully.

Skipping the Follow-Up Visit

That discomfort didn’t seem like a big deal.. It was.

If a crown feels too high when you bite it should be checked. Don’t spend weeks adjusting your jaw to something that could be fixed easily.

Expecting Instant Perfection

Your mouth might need time to get used to the crown. Some sensitivity is normal.. Ongoing pain, a bad bite or a crown that feels loose is not something to ignore.

Cosmetic work should not mean living with discomfort.

Picking a Dentist Based on Price

Look at the dentist’s past cosmetic work. Ask how they plan to match the crown to your existing teeth. You want someone who cares about how the smile looks, not just whether the crown fits.

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