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Metal versus Ceramic Crowns: My dentist has been recommending a 3/4 crown for my upper left molar (I think #14) for about two years. The reason has to do with a rather large filling which has been in place for many years.

He wants to use porcelain/ceramic material. I told him I'm not conviced that porcelain is the best material for a back tooth, especially for someone who grinds and clenches their teeth.

I asked if metal might be better alternative and he told me he was concerned with the metal not adhering to the tooth properly. ...Visitor from MA

Answer:
The biggest disadvantages of a gold 3/4 crown are esthetics and that x-rays will not show what is going on underneath the restoration.

That said, they are among the most proven, longest lasting restorations available today. There are procedures which allow them to be bonded to the remaining tooth structure which should eliminate your concern about them adhering to the tooth properly.

The bigger concern is what is being done to treat the grinding and clenching? These conditions are referred to as parafunction. Other signs are wear marks on your teeth, fractures, muscle tension, ear aches, popping or clicking in your jaw joints, and a numerous other problems.

Many patients are aware of tooth decay and gum disease. However, grinding and clenching can destroy perfectly health teeth and greatly reduce the life expectancy of otherwise excellent dental restorations.

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Daniel Marinic, DDS FICOI
2611 Broadway Avenue
Evanston, Illinois IL 60201
(847) 475-8700

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