{"id":447,"date":"2025-10-17T16:49:55","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T16:49:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/blog\/?p=447"},"modified":"2025-11-10T16:51:11","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T16:51:11","slug":"three-reasons-to-swap-out-your-metal-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/blog\/2025\/10\/17\/three-reasons-to-swap-out-your-metal-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"Upgrading Your Smile: 3 Reasons to Swap Out Your Metal Crown"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_297258856__1750354565_59867-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist holding a crown on their finger\" class=\"wp-image-448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_297258856__1750354565_59867-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_297258856__1750354565_59867-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AdobeStock_297258856__1750354565_59867.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you needed a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/dental-crowns.html\">dental crown<\/a> in the past, then your only options might&#8217;ve been metal. You chose it to preserve your oral health, but what if you are starting to feel a bit self-conscious about it now? Even if it still functions perfectly, you may want to consider a metal-free alternative. They are on par with previous restorations while being able to blend in more. Keep reading to learn three reasons why you won&#8217;t regret it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.) &nbsp;Get Rid of Any Metal in Your Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One concern that many people have about their metal crown is whether they are harmful or not. For instance, lead and mercury were some materials that were commonly found in them. While they may be durable, they can be unhealthy over time. Some people may have allergic reactions to them or feel fatigued by them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only that, but nickel might be in a few crowns, which can turn gums green! Replacing this restoration with an all-porcelain one can help avoid any of these from happening to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.) &nbsp;Blends In More Seamlessly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you run your tongue over your metal crown, you may notice it feels different than the rest of your teeth. You might\u2019ve gotten used to it, but it can still cause some occasional discomfort. Thankfully, an all-ceramic one doesn\u2019t often have this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With digital impressions taken by your dentist, a dental lab will craft your modern crown according to them. This helps ensure your final results will sit flush with the rest of your smile. Not only that, but the high-quality material used is colored and shaded to match. That way, the look and feel of it will be just like natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.) &nbsp;Reduced Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An unfortunate complication of metal crowns is how they can make your tooth a bit sensitive. That\u2019s because the material is a great heat conductor. The temperature from anything hot or cold will travel through it and down to your natural tooth. It can cause some discomfort, especially when going from something hot to cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As was mentioned above, modern restorations are made from ceramic, typically porcelain. Regardless, neither can conduct heat very well. Any temperature changes won&#8217;t be able to travel through the crown to the nerve. By switching out your metal restoration for a high-quality modern one, you&#8217;ll enjoy a more comfortable bite that helps you feel more confident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentistryinmillersville.com\/meet-dr-vy-tran.html\">Dr. Vy Tran<\/a> earned her dental degree from the University of Maryland at Baltimore. She is dedicated to giving the community the highest-quality care through effective and reliable treatments like dental crowns. 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