While there are other types of ceramics used in dentistry, dental porcelain is typically composed of kaolin, quartz, and feldspar. Our dental specialists offer very attractive restorations, frequently mimicking tooth features, making the ceramic-metal restoration difficult to distinguish from natural teeth. 

Benefits of Dental Porcelain

Robust

Because of its robust features, porcelain restorations can stand up to the regular chewing and biting pressures in your mouth, as long as you apply caution while biting down on hard items.

Natural look

Your teeth will always appear natural, brilliant, and healthy with dental porcelain restorations. Your smile will be charming and flattering.

Prevent Tooth Discoloration

Dental porcelain veneers will come into direct touch with the food and beverages you consume. This is advantageous in terms of keeping your natural teeth, but you should still take care with your veneers. For instance, if you bite down too hard on the ice, it may chip.

Discrete

Dental work might make some individuals feel self-conscious. For many years, dental crowns were exclusively available in silver or gold - also referred to as metallic crowns. Nowadays, dental crowns have grown in popularity and are available in porcelain, which benefits patients by giving a discreet manner of restoration. Nobody needs to know because they are completely white! 

What is the Difference Between Porcelain and Ceramic Dental Restorations?

The primary distinction is in their manufacturing process, with ceramic crowns incorporating some porcelain and porcelain crowns incorporating exclusively dental porcelain. Both crown alternatives are utilized to restore front teeth because each crown material may be customized to match your natural teeth.

Process of Porcelain 

Before starting the procedure, the color of the porcelain is modified to match the tint of which is cement being used. Following that, your teeth will be cleansed, polished, and etched to prepare them for the veneer. Etching roughens the tooth surface to facilitate the bonding process. 

After applying a special cement to the veneer, it is placed on your tooth.

Both crowns and veneers may be fashioned to perfectly resemble the form, color, and texture of natural teeth. 

Jeanne V. Devi, DDS offers comprehensive cosmetic dentistry services like porcelain restorations to help alter your smile for the better. For more details call us at (626) 795-2544 or visit our website. We are located at 595 E Colorado Blvd Suite 603, Pasadena, CA 91101.