6 or 8 front teeth crowns numbered on a smile

Front Teeth Crowns Can Transform Your Smile

Akeem AJAYI BDS, DDS
Akeem AJAYI BDS, DDS

General and Cosmetic Dentist

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Front teeth, also known as the upper incisors, play an important role in your smile and overall oral health. Crowns are a type of dental restoration used to cover damaged or decayed teeth, helping to restore their function and appearance. If you are considering getting crowns on your front teeth, it’s important to understand what the procedure entails and what you can expect and how many crowns make up the front teeth.

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What are front teeth crowns?

Front teeth in this context typically applies to those teeth that show when you smile. This is usually 6 or 8 or 10 Teeth depending on how wide you smile. A crown is a cap that is placed over a damaged tooth to protect it from further damage and to restore its appearance and function. Crowns are made from a variety of materials, including porcelain, ceramic, and metal alloys. Porcelain and ceramic crowns are often used for front teeth because they are highly esthetic and can be matched to the color of your natural teeth.

Why get crowns on your front teeth?

2 front teeth crowns before and after

There are three major reasons why patients might consider getting front teeth crowns. However, many number of crowns would depend on the reason for getting them. These includes:

  1. Front Teeth Crowns can be used to restore damaged or decayed teeth: If you have extensive tooth decay or damage in the form of large chip or breakage to your front teeth, crowns can be used to restore their appearance and function.
  2. Front teeth Crowns can be used to fix the aesthetics of a Crooked teeth and correct bite problems. 
    Front teeth crowns can be used to correct the appearance of a crooked teeth. They can be quite effective and a very fast option for patients that do not like to smile because of crooked teeth. This however does not fix the underlying tooth misalignment braces more often than not is the solution to that. When you come into our office, our doctor would examine you to determine the long-term oral health effect of your tooth misalignment and if front teeth crowns are an option for you.
  3. To improve your smile: Some patients have a relatively healthy teeth but they may not like the shape or the size or the color of their teeth. Crowns can be used to change the shape, size, or color of your front teeth, giving you a more attractive and youthful smile like that Hollywood smile.

How many teeth can be crowned at once.

panoramic xray of the mouth with 24 front teeth crowns

Technically, it is possible to crown 32 teeth at once, it is not a typical or recommended scenario as there are several other factors to consider before deciding to do this. Most important being It would be too demanding on the patient and their mouth. This may make the recovery process longer and the procedure less comfortable or cause TMJ issues.

Also note that wisdom teeth are almost never crowned leaving us with 28 possible teeth to be crowned. If for whatever reason, we have this scenario, the way to do it would be to divide the appointment into two and then work on the upper arch (14 teeth per appointment) or lower first. A more feasible scenario is to have 12 teeth crowned per appointment for a full mouth restoration. The most common however is to have 6 or 8 crowns done per appointment. This allows us to carefully monitor the aesthetics, fit and bite of the crowns, and to make any necessary adjustments to ensure a comfortable and natural fit.

What is the best material for Front Teeth Crowns

front teeth crown porcelain material

Front teeth are the most noticeable ones in the smile. Therefore, the best type of dental crown for front teeth is usually the one with better aesthetic properties that will provide results that look exactly like your natural teeth and still strong and durable enough to protect and provide support for the teeth. EMAX all ceramic crown is the best material for front teeth crowns in an ideal situation. They are a special ceramic material that’s durable while also being aesthetically appealing. A Very close second is porcelain crowns. Porcelain is almost as aesthetic as Emax but slightly stronger and cheaper, so it is often the most common option for restoring smile with front teeth crowns.

Are Front Teeth crowns natural or noticeable?

front teeth crowns canine to canine before and after

Advances in dental materials and techniques have made it possible to create crowns that are less noticeable and more natural-looking. However, the visibility of crowns on front teeth can still vary based on the individual and the specific circumstances. For example, a patient may want a paper white crown but the rest of his or her teeth are not paper white. There are also circumstances where your natural teeth shade is not even in itself and hence it is almost impossible to match them accurately with the crown. Most of these issues can however be eliminated when getting front teeth crowns on 8 or 10 teeth on your smile line that way, they can all be matched together.

What is involved in getting six front teeth crowns?

Getting six crowns on your front teeth typically involves two or three appointments with your dentist. During your first appointment, your dentist will prepare your teeth for the crowns and take impressions or digital scans of your teeth. These impressions or scans will be used to create a custom-fit crown for each of your front teeth.

At your second appointment, your dentist will place the temporary crowns over your front teeth. These temporary crowns will protect your teeth while you wait for the permanent crowns to be made.

At your final appointment, your dentist will remove the temporary crowns and place the permanent crowns over your front teeth. Your dentist will then adjust the fit and bite of the crowns to ensure a comfortable and natural fit.

What are the benefits of getting six or eight front teeth crowns?

Getting six front teeth crowns has several benefits, including:

  • Improved appearance: Crowns can restore the appearance of your front teeth, giving you a more attractive and youthful smile.
  • Increased durability: Crowns are durable and can last for many years, helping to protect your front teeth from further damage.
  • Better oral health: Crowns can help to restore the function of your front teeth, improving your oral health and overall well-being.
  • Improved confidence: Having a more attractive and healthy smile can increase your confidence and self-esteem.

In conclusion, getting two or 4 or 6 o front teeth crowns can help to restore the appearance and function of your front teeth, giving you a more attractive and youthful smile. The procedure typically involves two or three appointments with your dentist, and the crowns can last for many years with proper care and maintenance. If you are considering getting six crowns on your front teeth, be sure to talk to your dentist to determine if this is the right option for you.

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