Implant Crowns 

A traditional implant is a cover that fits neatly over a tooth. The implant is installed after the tooth enamel is shaved down to make room for the implant. Implants can be made from many materials.

Implant crowns are similar to traditional implants, but instead of installing the crown over an existing tooth, the crown is installed over an implant. As your dentist in Fort Myers, FL, we can help you choose the right implant crown for your implants, and we can educate you about the best implant crown choices for you.

What Are Implant Crowns in Fort Myers, FL

An implant crown is a prosthetic tooth placed on top of an implant. Typically, implant crowns are made from a natural material like porcelain fused with metal, or metal all the way through. Whether your implant crown looks like a natural tooth will depend on what kind of material it’s made from. Talk to your dentist to find out more about the various materials available to you.

Who Needs Implant Crowns?

You’ll need an implant crown when you get an implant. Implants are necessary when you’re missing a tooth, or when you get a tooth extraction.

Implant Crown Materials

There are multiple types of implant crown materials. Each material has its own look and style. Some examples of implant crown materials include:

Gold. Gold is a common crown material, but is not always used on implant crowns because it cannot be matched to the natural color of the surrounding teeth. Gold is a good material for crowns because it’s durable and long-lasting. This material also comes at a higher cost than some other materials, so if this is the kind of material you’d like for your tooth, talk to your dentist to find out about the price.

Porcelain fused with metal. Porcelain looks a lot more like your natural teeth, and in fact can be matched to the color of the teeth in your mouth. If you would like a crown that looks just like the other teeth in your mouth, talk to your dentist about getting porcelain infused with metal.

Implant Crown Maintenance

Implant crowns are maintained in a way that is much like the other teeth in your mouth. Use a soft-bristle toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste to clean your implant crown. Your dentist at Gold Standard Dentistry can help you choose the right toothpaste for your implant crown. Your dentist will also show you how to floss your crown.

Need an Implant Crown? Call Your Dentist in Fort Myers, FL

If you’re in need of an implant, get help from the best. Contact Gold Standard Dentistry for crown implants in Fort Myers, FL. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and help you decide which type of crown is right for you.