In a lot of ways, your bite influences your oral health. Misaligned teeth can wear down each other, leading to dental issues even at younger ages. However, what about crowns? Will bite issues affect dental crowns? A top-rated dental crowns specialist in Chino has the answers.

Will Bite Issues Affect Dental Crowns?

In short, yes. Your bite sets much of the foundation for your oral health. Any issues with a bite can lead to related dental health issues. From alignment issues to grinding your teeth at night, bite issues affect dental crowns in a range of ways.

How Bite Alignment Affects Dental Crowns

Bite alignment (occlusion) describes how your teeth fit together when you close your jaw. Ideally, they all rest naturally against one another. However, millions of individuals have some degree of malocclusion, or misalignment.

For many individuals, any alignment issues are treated during adolescence with braces or Invisalign. But millions of others either never receive the care they need or may need to wait until adulthood to address such concerns.

Misaligned teeth place uneven pressure on those around them. This in turn creates wear. While dental crowns are very resilient, enough pressure will wear them down.

Common Crown Issues Due to Bite Alignment

Uneven Pressure: Enough uneven pressure can cause damage to a crown. In minor cases, this may be small chips. At worst, the crown could eventually crack.
Jaw Discomfort: Poor bit will stress the jaw joint, causing discomfort.
Gum Recession: Crowns might not protect teeth as well when bite forces are uneven, leading to more risk for gum issues.
Crown Lifespan: Normally, dental crowns can easily last 15 or more years. Bite issues can cut this longevity short.

How Do I Know If I Have Bite Problems?

The good news is that your dentist will identify if you have bite problems before moving forward with dental crowns. The less good news is that bite problems are not a quick fix.

Generally, the only solution for bite issues is orthodontic treatment. A typical treatment will last anywhere from 6 months to 3 years, depending on severity of bite misalignment.

Can I Still Get Dental Crowns with Bite Problems?

Of course! We know that orthodontic treatment might not be optimal for everyone. It takes time and money.

In many cases, getting a dental crown can be a pressing matter. For example, you will need a crown right after a root canal regardless of bite issues. In these instances, it is best to do what you need rather than wait to resolve bit issues.

Can I Have Orthodontic Treatment with Crowns?

The good news is that you can still have orthodontic treatment if you currently have crowns. However, your dentist will likely have to adapt the treatment to take your crowns into account.

Can I Treat Bruxism with Crowns?

While not related to bite alignment necessarily, bruxism can also affect dental crowns. This condition, also called teeth grinding, occurs when someone unconsciously grinds their teeth during the day or while asleep.

It can lead to many of the same issues as a misaligned bite, including pain and tension. Over time, bruxism can wear down your teeth. Treating it can be simple, in some cases, complex in others.

A good start is to wear a night guard, which protects your teeth at night. From there, the underlying cause needs to be treated. This may involve therapy, injections, or even medication changes.

A Top-Tier Dental Crowns Specialist

At Chino Aesthetic Dental, our dentist specializes in crown restoration. Beyond that, we also work with patients who have crowns yet need to resolve bite issues.