Dental technology is advancing faster than ever these days, and much of that progress is focused on the types of materials dentists use every day to repair broken and decayed teeth. In the past, restorations such as crowns and bridges were primarily made of metal, and while these materials are very strong and durable, they look unnatural and can negatively affect the appearance of a person’s smile. Thankfully, progress has now given dentists an alternative: the all-ceramic restoration.
These crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and veneers are made of a high-quality ceramic that not only restores a tooth’s lost structure, but it can also be colored to match a person’s natural smile. These restorations are continuing to get better as the years go by, and below, you can read about some of the recent improvements the latest research has shown. (more…)