{"id":41,"date":"2017-09-03T21:41:48","date_gmt":"2017-09-03T21:41:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spirosaatidmd.com\/blog\/?p=41"},"modified":"2019-09-13T16:04:58","modified_gmt":"2019-09-13T16:04:58","slug":"dental-crowns-in-peabody","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spirosaatidmd.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/03\/dental-crowns-in-peabody\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn About the History of Dental Crowns in Peabody!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"smilingWhen you first meet someone, what\u2019s the first thing that stands out? Their smile! In fact, many people know the first several teeth in your smile the \u201caesthetic zone.\u201d But what happens when a mouth full of teeth features a small section of gold? Your eyes are drawn directly to it, confirming that they have a gold dental crown in Peabody. It\u2019s not the most inviting look, but gold crowns do have an extensive history in dentistry that simply can\u2019t be ignored.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s explore gold dental crowns and how they have contributed to the world of dentistry.<\/p>\n

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The History of Gold Dental Crowns<\/h2>\n

Dental crowns date back to at least 4,000 years. The first was found in Southeast Asia according to a documented academic paper from the University of the Philippines Baguio<\/a>. Back then, modifying teeth with gold and other metals was a way of beautification.<\/p>\n

Even in the 15th<\/sup> century, the earliest traces of gold teeth were found when the Spaniards colonized the Philippines in 1571. Although the Spaniards didn\u2019t approve of the practice, gold teeth were used as a social distinction method for the political classes of Southeast Asia. The appearance of gold teeth actually symbolized wealth, power, and a higher status in the community. Even today, gold teeth can be found in the mouths of celebrities or people with \u201cstatus.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dental Crowns Today<\/h2>\n

Nowadays, many people prefer tooth-colored dental crowns placed rather than metal crowns. Metallics in dentistry has faded over the years. Most patients prefer when their friends and family can\u2019t distinguish the difference between a tooth that has had dental work and one of their natural teeth.<\/p>\n

Dental crowns crafted from high-grade dental materials like ceramic or porcelain can offer that benefit and be matched to your natural teeth. Your dental crown will blend seamlessly!<\/p>\n

Why might someone need a dental crown?<\/h2>\n

The basic need for a dental crown is to repair a broken or damaged tooth. The dental crown is used to strengthen a tooth and improve the overall appearance of a tooth. Each time a dental crown is needed, it\u2019s cemented to the tooth and can only be removed by a dentist. Here are some reasons why a dentist may recommend getting a dental crown:<\/p>\n