How do I care for porcelain crowns?
How to care for porcelain crowns? - Unident Union Patient Guide® in Wrocław
All-ceramic porcelain crowns, made in Unident Union® in Wroclaw, is one of the most durable and aesthetically pleasing solutions in the of modern dentistry. However, their longevity depends not only on the material and precision of manufacture, but also on daily care and regular check-ups.
In this article, you will learn how to care for your porcelain crowns so that they will serve you for many years - without discolouration, damage or discomfort.
Why is the care of porcelain crowns so important?
Although the crown itself cannot 'break down' - the tooth on which it is set still needs care.
Poor oral hygiene can lead to:
- gingivitis around the crown,
- caries at the crown-to-tooth junction,
- loss of marginal tightness,
- occlusal overload and microfractures.
Therefore, a porcelain crown requires the same careful care as a natural tooth.
Daily dental hygiene with porcelain crowns
1. brush your teeth 2-3 times a day
- Use a soft manual or sonic toothbrush.
- Choose pastes with low abrasiveness (RDA up to 70).
- Avoid scrubbing in the gum area - gentleness gives better results.
2. floss the spaces between your teeth every day
- Particularly important for bonded crowns (bridges).
- Brushes are also helpful interdental and water irrigators.
- Remember: most problems start where the brush doesn't reach.
Rinse your mouth with an alcohol-free liquid
- Strengthens gums, removes bacteria and food debris.
- Helps maintain fresh breath and healthy bacterial flora.
Regular check-ups - the foundation of crown durability
1. check every 6 months
- Checking the tightness of the crown and the condition of the gingival tissues.
- Assessment of occlusal function and possible overloading.
- If necessary, correction of bite contacts or cleaning.
2. professional hygiene
- Removal of calculus and deposits - also around porcelain crowns.
- Prevention of inflammation and receding gums.
- Gentle to the material - tips that do not damage the porcelain are used.
How to protect porcelain crowns from damage?
Although all-ceramic crowns are very durable, it is worth taking care of a few simple rules:
1. avoid hard foods and bad habits
- Do not crush ice, nuts or use your teeth to open packages.
- Avoid biting on objects (e.g. pens, nails).
- Don't clench your teeth unnecessarily - especially under stress.
2. wear a relaxation splint when grinding teeth
- Bruxism is a common cause of crown damage and bite overload.
- A splint worn overnight protects the porcelain and counteracts microcracks.
- Tailored individually - by experts Unident Union®.
Can porcelain crowns be bleached?
No. Porcelain does not change colour when exposed to bleaching agents.
Therefore:
- If you are planning on bleaching - do it before the crowns are made.
- Natural teeth adjacent to crowns may darken - it is worth controlling.
- The crown will always retain its colour - which is why it is so important to select it precisely at the start of treatment.
How long do porcelain crowns last?
The average lifespan of porcelain crowns is:
- 10-15 years,
- with perfect hygiene and controls - even 20-25 years.
W Unident Union® we plan the treatment so that the crowns are durable not only physically but also aesthetically - even after years of use.
Is it necessary to replace crowns after years?
There is no specific 'expiry date', but crowns are worth controlling.
Replacement may be advisable when:
- receding gums occur,
- bite changes,
- The patient wants to change the colour or shape,
- microcracks appear.
It all depends on the patient's oral conditions and lifestyle.
Summary - how to care for porcelain crowns?
1. brush and floss daily - with gentleness.
2. visit your dentist at Unident Union® every 6 months.
3. avoid hard foods and bad habits.
4. wear a relaxation splint if you grind your teeth.
5. do not bleach the crowns - take care of the colour before treatment.
6. Look after your aesthetics and health - it's an investment for years to come.
Your smile deserves better.
W Unident Union® we care not only about the perfect fabrication of the crowns, but also about the long-term aesthetic and health effects.
Do you need an inspection? Do you have questions about how to care for porcelain crowns?
Call us. We are here for you - in Wrocław, in the heart of modern cosmetic dentistry.
