2 years, 2 months ago
What are those metal frames some people have around individual teeth?
I live in Southern California, and I frequently see people who have metal frames around one or more of their front, upper teeth. I have Googled every description I can think of and looked at lists of dental procedures. I can't find anything! These aren't crowns; it's more like a bead of metal running around the edge of the tooth. Is this a low-cost alternative to crowns?
Here's a quick illustration of what it kind of looks like.
Here's a quick illustration of what it kind of looks like.
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They are gold, silver or platinum removable tooth caps.
This is a way for some to shelter assets. For others it's a status symbol.
This is a way for some to shelter assets. For others it's a status symbol.
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Thanks for your answer, but this is WAY not what I'm talking about. I know about caps and grills. I said I live in Southern California, not under a rock.
It's just a bead of metal running around the edge of the tooth. I'll try to make an illustration.
My mistake, I did not intend to challenge your astuteness.
The only other thing I can say is that in Europe old dental bridges had metal fittings which surrounded neighboring natural teeth.
I hope you find that which you seek. All the best.