{"id":112,"date":"2018-06-13T02:11:02","date_gmt":"2018-06-13T02:11:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=112"},"modified":"2018-06-13T02:11:02","modified_gmt":"2018-06-13T02:11:02","slug":"dental-porcelain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/13\/dental-porcelain\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Dental Porcelain Strong Enough to Repair My Smile?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-113\" src=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_50783451-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Several porcealin restorations on tabletop\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_50783451-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_50783451-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/AdobeStock_50783451-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Many patients can\u2019t understand why the dentist would recommend porcelain materials to repair teeth. Delicate things like porcelain dolls and porcelain teacups come to mind first, and it may seem unlikely that porcelain is strong enough to repair damaged teeth or enhance your smile. However, think about the strength of a porcelain knife. The type of porcelain, design, and use make all the difference when it comes to the strength of porcelain. In fact, dental-grade porcelain is typically just as strong (if not stronger) than your natural tooth enamel. Whether you\u2019re considering cosmetic treatment using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html#gaps\">porcelain veneers<\/a> or dental restoration with a porcelain crown or bridge, a skilled dentist can create durable, long lasting porcelain restorations that leave you with flawless smiles.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Types of Porcelain<\/h2>\n<p>Porcelain is available in a variety of forms. Actually, the group of materials is more often referred to as ceramics. These materials can be used for a number of different restorative and cosmetic treatments and choosing the right type of porcelain ensures you\u2019ll have a restoration that lasts. Some of the main types of porcelain include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Feldspathic porcelain \u2013 crafted using multiple layers of quartz based porcelain, this material has been used for decades to create durable, high quality veneers<\/li>\n<li>Glass leucite \u2013 combines glass and ceramic to create a durable porcelain material that is most often used to make dental crowns and fixed bridges<\/li>\n<li>Zirconium \u2013 a byproduct of the chemical reaction between zirconium and oxygen, zirconium dioxide is often used to create a base for restorations that are then layered with feldspathic porcelain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How Porcelain Restorations are Designed &amp; Placed<\/h2>\n<p>The strength of a porcelain restoration is in the design and placement. The supportive dentin and pulp layers of your tooth provide a sturdy foundation for porcelain. When molded to fit snugly against your remaining healthy tooth structures and cemented in place, porcelain is just as strong as tooth enamel.<\/p>\n<h2>Meet the Longmont Complete Dentistry Team<\/h2>\n<p>At Longmont Complete Dentistry, our dedicated dentists and dental care team are happy to offer patients a wide range of cosmetic and restorative dentistry services, using the highest quality porcelain and ceramic materials. If you want to learn more about your restoration options, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">call<\/a> to schedule a treatment consultation visit with our caring Longmont dental team today. We\u2019ll be happy to examine your smile and walk you through all the available treatment options and materials. Whether you need a dental restoration or cosmetic dentistry, our skilled dentists offer a wide range of services to meet almost any patient\u2019s need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many patients can\u2019t understand why the dentist would recommend porcelain materials to repair teeth. Delicate things like porcelain dolls and porcelain teacups come to mind first, and it may seem unlikely that porcelain is strong enough to repair damaged teeth or enhance your smile. However, think about the strength of a porcelain knife. 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