All-ceramic crown is made of porcelain both inside and outside. Due to its high cost performance, it becomes very popular nowadays. However, how long does all-ceramic crown last? Can it be used forever? Get the answers below.

Tooth restored with all-ceramic crown looks the same as the natural teeth. Because the porcelain material of the crown possesses good biocompatibility, it won’t irritate the gingiva or gums, etc., and can be blended into the teeth perfectly. With proper maintenance, it can last for a long time. But can it last forever?

Porcelain-fused-to-metal Crown Vs. All-ceramic Crown

According to the dentists of AKJ Dental Hospital, it depends.

Whether all-ceramic crown can last forever depends on the treatment outcome. If the patient's tooth root is in good condition, the periodontal tissue is healthy, and there is no looseness, swelling and leakiness in the edges of the crown, then it can last for a long time. In addition, dedicated care, good cooperation between the doctor and the patient can prolong its lifespan.

In general, the service life of the clinical all-ceramic crown is around 8-10 years, but that can be extended to more than 10 or 20 years if the crown is well-maintained. So it depends on how you use it. For example, patient with all-ceramic crown should avoid biting down on hard foods or using teeth to open the package. You see, the natural teeth could be damaged in that way, not to mention all-ceramic crown.

What if I regret getting an all-ceramic crown

After getting an all-ceramic crown, you should visit the dentist regularly to check its condition and treat any possible problems promptly if there is. There should be no worries if you meet the indications for all-ceramic crown, and find a professional prosthodontist to do the surgery. However, many patients regret getting all-ceramic crown for their missing tooth, because crown for missing tooth requires to grind the adjacent teeth to create bridge anchors, and then cover them with 3 consecutive ceramic crowns. Once there’s any problem with the ground adjacent teeth, it is necessary to have it checked and treated immediately before putting on the all-ceramic crown. Therefore, the doctor suggests that patients should think twice before have their teeth ground, even though all-ceramic crown do have many advantages.

In fact, there are very few clinical patients regretting getting all-ceramic crowns, so no worries. If you’re suffering from pain in the abutment tooth, extensive damage in the all-ceramic crown, or severe periodontitis, you need to have your teeth treated first before putting on the crown.

Warm Tips: To get all-ceramic crown, you should not choose an unlicensed dental clinic to seek a cheaper price. Go find a doctor in a professional licensed dental institution who can make a customized treatment plan for you, thus good restoration result and safety can be ensured.