gold

Gold crowns are known for being longer lasting, aesthetically pleasing and biocompatible. They can help protect the remaining structure of the tooth and can help aid in tissue health. Full gold crowns can be utilized for both posterior and anterior teeth.

Inlays, onlays and 3/4 gold crowns hold the same benefits of utilizing gold for restorations, along with the added benefit of preserving more of the patient’s natural tooth structure.

Creating a gold restoration begins with a model of the patients prepped teeth, and waxing the area that will be covered in gold into it. The technician is sure to create a realistic and detailed tooth surface that will blend in with the surrounding teeth. That wax structure is then turned into a stone mold for the gold to be casted into. Whatcom Dental Lab utilizes both the traditional method of centrifugal casting and a Super Neo Cascom casting machine.

Once the restoration has cooled, the technician can then adjust the the gold for occlusal fit and perfect the margins. The final step is polishing the gold for that classic gold shine as well as to help protect the patient’s oral health by making the tooth easier to clean and less likely to harbor bacteria.

Gold restorations are ideal for a patient who:

• prefers longevity over cosmetics
• wishes to preserve as much as their natural tooth structure as possible
• appreciates the aesthetic of gold in the mouth