Can porcelain crowns fix buck teeth?

Porcelain dental crowning is an orthodontic technique that has stayed in the spotlight thanks to its short treatment duration and minimal impact on the patient’s life quality. But many people are still skeptical about whether it can fix buck teeth or not.

According to statistics, 60% of the Vietnamese population experience buck teeth. Although this isn’t an exact number, it does give us a general idea that the actual number isn’t small at all. In the past, dental braces are the only way to fix buck teeth. However, these days, the rapid growth in orthodontic advancements have allowed us other options such as porcelain crowns or jaw surgery.

What is buck teeth?

Buck teeth (or overbite) medically known as protruding teeth, refers to the protrusion of the upper teeth in comparison with those from the same jaw. This condition may be caused by many factors, including genetics and bad childhood habits such as sucking on fingers or breathing through the mouth, among others.

Buck teeth not only mess up the cosmetic elegance of your face but also lead to bite misalignment, resulting in difficulty chewing. Over time, this will leave a negative impact on your temporomandibular area, causing complications such as headache, jaw pain, stomachache, etc.

Porcelain crowns for buck teeth

Porcelain dental crowns restore and improve tooth cracks or gaps, cavities, pulpitis, eroded enamel, etc. Moreover, this is also the most popular treatment of buck teeth thanks to its short treatment time, minimal pain and little impact on life quality.

Can porcelain crowns fix buck teeth?

Remember, crowning involves filing down your real tooth and put on a porcelain cover. This technique only affects your teeth. It doesn’t have any impact on your bite and jaw bone.

So whether the answer is ‘yes’ or ‘no’ depends on the state of your teeth. If your buck teeth are caused by a mild protrusion of the front teeth rather than the jaw, then porcelain crowns are an ideal treatment option.

You should visit a reputable dental clinic to get a detailed examination and evaluation of your oral condition for an accurate diagnosis. Then, you can consult with your dentist about the most suitable treatment.

How long does it take to treat overbite with porcelain crowns?

Treating overbite with porcelain crowns doesn’t take much time. After the first evaluation, you just need 2 – 3 more visits to get a beautifully aligned set of teeth.

After porcelain crown procedure, your dentist will give you instructions on how to take the best care of your oral health.

Oral care after getting porcelain crowns

After getting porcelain crowns to treat buck teeth, you should practice good oral hygiene so both your crowns and your real teeth will last longer. In general, taking care of porcelain crowns is similar to taking care of natural teeth.

You should:

• Brush your teeth at least 2 per day with fluoride toothpaste.
• Use dental floss after every meal to clean the gaps between teeth.
• Visit your dental clinic every 6 months so your dentist may have a look at the fitting of your trimmed teeth and your crowns. This is important because it helps you identify problems and get timely treatment.
• Steer clear of bad habits which may damage your porcelain crowns such as biting your nails, using your teeth to rip things open, or chewing hard foods, etc.

What are the treatment options for severe cases of buck teeth?

1. Severe tooth protrusion

If your jaw bone is fine and just the front teeth are protruding too much, dental braces will be an appropriate treatment option. This usually takes 2 years. It’s best to get braces during your teenage years since this is the time when your bone bends most easily. As a result, you won’t have to wear braces for too long.

2. Severe jaw protrusion

In case of severe jaw protrusion, jaw surgery is often recommended. During this procedure, your dentist trims off or grafts on some jaw bone to help balance your two jaws, which will make your teeth no longer look protruding.

However, if you consider getting jaw surgery, it’s best to go for an established, reputable dental clinic because this procedure requires a highly experienced dentist.

Hopefully, this article can give you the answer to the question of whether porcelain crowns can fix buck teeth. Generally, each person will need a different treatment approach, which is why you should seek medical help to figure out your condition and get a consultation for the best treatment option.

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