My innermost big tooth may have hurt because I ate too much sugar, so I had it removed before. Later, the doctor recommended me to get a porcelain tooth, but since I had never done this before, I am not mentally prepared for porcelain teeth, so I would like to know how long it will take to get porcelain teeth? What are the factors that affect the length of time for porcelain teeth? What preparations do I need to make before having porcelain teeth?
1. Indications of porcelain teeth
It is suitable for the alveolar bone volume of the missing tooth part in the oral cavity, and the gap between the upper teeth and lower teeth cannot be closed when biting. Less than 0.5 cm, it is mostly used for high-strength fixed restorations such as dental fixed bridges.
2. Factors affecting time
1. If the teeth have caries or tooth defects, If the dental nerve has not yet been affected, dental filling needs to be performed first; if the filling is close to the dental nerve, it may be necessary to observe it for a period of time and increase the number of visits depending on the specific situation.
2. If the tooth has large-scale caries, tooth defects, has affected the dental nerve or has periapical lesions, it needs to undergo complete endodontic or periapical treatment first. After the situation is stable, it can be treated Perform restorative treatment with porcelain crowns.
3. If major problems are found during the trial fitting, the porcelain teeth may have to be returned to the processing department for rework, increasing the number of visits.
3. How many visits are needed
Generally speaking, it takes two visits to make porcelain teeth. If the doctor finds a major problem when trying on the patient, such as If the edges of the porcelain teeth are short and the color deviates from the required color, the original porcelain teeth may be returned to the processing department for rework. In this case, the porcelain teeth will need to be visited three times.
4. How long does it take?
The time it takes to do porcelain teeth varies depending on each person’s dental condition. Generally speaking, it takes seven days to a month. about.
(1) First visit
The doctor adjusts the teeth and grinds the teeth into the specified shape, then makes a model of the teeth, records the color of the teeth and makes a Plastic temporary teeth.
(2) Second visit
Seven days after the first visit, the doctor will take the prepared porcelain teeth and try them on the patient's mouth. If there is any problem, The appropriate places will be modified. After the modification is completed, the porcelain teeth will be permanently bonded to the patient's original abutment teeth using dental bonding materials, and the porcelain teeth will be completed.
(3) The third visit
If no major problem is found, there is no need for a third visit. If a third visit occurs, the required period is about 15 Days to about two months.
5. Preparation before porcelain teeth
1. Some patients with malocclusion need orthodontic treatment first to restore a good bite relationship.
2. Teeth with pulp or periapical lesions require complete root canal treatment.
3. Patients with periodontal disease need to undergo periodontal treatment first to ensure healthy gums.
4. Dental pulp should not be killed at will. Dental pulp is not a dispensable thing. Healthy dental pulp continuously delivers nutrients to the teeth, so that the teeth are strong and healthy. However, many doctors fail to master the vital pulp porcelain technology and often kill the pulp before preparing the tooth, turning a porcelain tooth into a lifeless pulp tooth.
5. Porcelain dental materials are very important. Porcelain teeth have very high requirements on materials. If used improperly, the color will fall off over time and stains will be formed on the teeth, which will have a great impact on the appearance. Therefore, you must choose the right material for porcelain teeth.