Crown Post and Core Vs. Dental Implant

A lot of patients often get confused between a crown post and core and a dental implant. How exactly is a crown post can core fitted into a tooth? What’s the difference between crown post and core and a dental implant?

Root Canal Treatment

1. After root canal treatment there is a observation period of 1 to 2 weeks to see if there is any pain. If there is no pain then a crown post and core can be placed.

2.  It is a type of dental restoration required where there is an inadequate amount of sound tooth tissue remaining to retain a conventional crown.

3. X-rays will be taken to see the length of the root and the situation within the tooth. A mold will be taken for the post and core.

4. The post and core will then be placed into the tooth, there is certain post material available such as ceramic posts, fiber posts and metal posts. For front teeth ceramic and fiber posts are most commonly used. Metal posts are used for back teeth due to durability.

Difference Between Crown Post and Core and Dental Implants?

1. Crown post and core are used for teeth that still have roots, whereas a dental implant is used to replace a missing tooth.

2. A crown post and core is placed into the root of the tooth and the crown is fitted above. A dental implant is where the implant is implanted into the jaw bone and the crown is fitted onto the abutment.

3. Costs for crown post and core start at over a few thousand RMB whereas the price of dental implants are over 10,000 RMB.  

When Can You Resume Eating After a Dental Implant?

How soon can you eat after a dental implant? This is the most frequently asked question by most patients after a dental implant. After dental implant surgery you need to give yourself time to heal so to begin with you will have to restrict your diet to certain foods. So what can you eat during your road to recover?

How long do you have to wait before eating normally?

After a dental implant surgery patients should stick to diet recommendations for a good recovery. It’s important to avoid any foods that may physically disrupt the implant or cause discomfort in most cases only soft foods and liquids can be consumed. After surgery that day you should only consume liquid food and avoid hot, spicy or overly hard foods. For patients who experience a lot of discomfort it may take between 1 week to 2 weeks to resume a appetite for eating.

Dental Implants is Invasive

Dental implant surgery is invasive and involves replacing a missing tooth with artificial tooth roots with metal, screw like posts which are implanted to the jaw bone. There will be bleeding and will require stitches to be removed, also after there is the possibility of swelling and pain.

Eating Normally Right After Immediate Dental Implant Surgery

Some patients get a immediate dental implant and believe that they can resume eating right after surgery. After the procedure it is best to wait at least a few days before you start eating hard foods. This is to prevent any disruptions to the dental implant and ensure that the artificial root fuses to the jaw bone.

If you have missing or damaged teeth, find out if dental implant surgery can restore the appearance and function of your natural teeth by booking an appointment with us at Shenzhen AKJ Stomatological Hospital for a consultation.

Dental Implants Vs Natural Teeth

The biggest concern for patients before dental implants is whether the implants are secure and the differences between natural teeth. So here’s a quick guide to dental implants for those who are considering the procedure but are worried about what to expect.

Dental Implant Procedure

Let’s briefly discuss the process of dental implants and you will know what to expect. Firstly, the dental post will be implanted into your jaw, the post is screwed into the bone so it has maximum strength. You will then have to go through a phase where you allow the area to heal this is known as osseointegration. Once you have healed the surgeon will attach the abutment and after the soft tissues have completely healed the dental crown will be placed on top.

With dental implants, many patients with missing teeth can finally enjoy their food with confidence. But what about dental implants compared to natural teeth?

Dental Implants Vs Natural Teeth

Dental implants aren’t real teeth but to a great extent they are the closest thing to natural teeth and are durable.

There are differences between dental implants and natural teeth. Firstly, natural teeth can move and implants cannot. With natural teeth there is the periodontal membrane which allows the teeth to move naturally. In contrast to the dental implant which cannot move and any movement will result in the implant becoming loose.

Secondly, natural teeth have roots whereas implants have artificial roots. Natural teeth roots have dental pulp tissues meaning that it is sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. Whereas dental implants are manmade so there is no feeling to any temperatures.

Therefore, extra care should be taken to protect dental implants, avoiding hard foods and good dental hygiene is a must to prevent inflammation and infection around the implant.

Which Type of Dental Crown is Best?

What’s the difference between porcelain dental crowns and porcelain fused metal crowns? Generally speaking in terms of aesthetics porcelain crowns are more natural as it does not contain any metals so it provides the most natural look.

A dental implant is the closest to a real tooth substitute and is made of several components. One complete dental implant has artificial root, abutment and the crown and the majority of dental implant costs include the components mentioned. However, the difference in price is down to difference in materials used for the dental implant.

The prices of implant vary due to different brands and each brand has its unique craftsmanship and choice of materials. As for the crown it usually comes with the implant and there is a choice of a porcelain fused metal crown or porcelain crown.

Difference Between Porcelain Fused to Metal & Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain fused to metal crowns is where the inner layer is made of metal and the outer material is porcelain. Once fitted the crown looks like a natural tooth, however under a bright light, the underlying metal will have a dark shadow and over a period of time a dark line may be visible especially along the gum line as the gum recedes.  

As for all porcelain crowns, the whole crown is made of porcelain and does not contain any metals and is the most natural looking. However, if the implant you have chosen is paired with porcelain fused to metal crown then you will have to pay extra to change for an all porcelain crown.