The grey line you're noticing around the edge of an older dental crown is likely due to the metal base of a porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown becoming exposed. PFM crowns consist of a metal substructure covered by a layer of porcelain. The grey line typically becomes visible over time for a few reasons, an older crown, a metal crown substructure, gum recession or decay.
Read MoreThe average weight of an adult human tooth varies, but it typically ranges between 0.5 to 1.5 grams. This variation in weight depends on several factors, including the type of tooth (molar, premolar, canine, incisor), the individual's dental anatomy, and the composition of the tooth (enamel, dentine, pulp, cementum). Molars, being larger, tend to weigh more than incisors or canines.
Read MoreGC LiSi Press is a product by GC, a well-known dental products manufacturer. GC LiSi Press is a type of dental ceramic material, specifically a high-strength lithium disilicate glass-ceramic, designed for use in pressable dental restorations. It is utilised in the fabrication of dental prosthetics like crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers.
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