6745 Sugarloaf Parkway
Suite 200
Duluth, GA 30097

Marion Dentistry

(770) 279-8800

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  • About Us
    • Meet Dr. Marion
    • Meet Our Team
    • Contact Us
    • Request an Appointment
    • What to Expect at Your First Appointment
    • Patient Forms
    • Financial Policies
    • Our Practice
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
    • Porcelain Veneers
    • Teeth Whitening
    • Dental Bonding
    • Porcelain Crowns
    • Invisalign
  • Smile Gallery
  • Tooth Replacement
    • Dental Implants
    • Implant Overdentures
  • Other Services
    • Emergency Dentist
    • Mercury-Free Dentist
    • Metal-Free Dentist

Duluth GA Porcelain Crowns

When you think of a porcelain crown, you might picture the classic porcelain-fused-to-metal restoration. Traditional porcelain crowns have a metal base covered with an opaquer and a porcelain layer. These crowns are strong and can last you a long time, but there’s a new kind of restoration that’s worth learning more about.

The Difference Between Full Porcelain and Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns

Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns have metal bases which make them strong, but also make them unattractive. The metal causes a slight darkening at the gum line which only gets worse over time as the gums recede. The porcelain covering the metal helps the crowns look a little better, but the capped teeth will still have an opaque and false appearance.

A before photo of teeth with porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns before getting all porcelain crowns.

You can see how the metal base in these porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns causes a darkening at the gum line.

After photo showing teeth after receiving all porcelain crowns.

Compare the first image with this one. The all-porcelain crowns contain no dark areas from metal and they’re translucent like natural teeth.

Many modern dental crowns are made purely with reinforced ceramic. These full porcelain or ceramic crowns don’t contain metal bases and they bond directly to the teeth. The materials used to make these crowns allow for variations in translucency and color to mimic the look of natural teeth. As a result, they look much better than traditional crowns.

Additionally, these all-porcelain crowns are very strong. For example, one specific material Dr. Marion uses called zirconia is strong enough to support dental bridgework without incorporating any metal.

How Dr. Marion Places Porcelain Crowns

When you see Dr. Marion for a crown, he will first anesthetize and then carefully trim your tooth. Next, he will scan your tooth to create a virtual impression of it. You’ll go home with a temporary crown to keep your tooth comfortable while you wait for your porcelain crown to be finished. Once it’s done, Dr. Marion will try it out on your tooth to see how it fits and how you like the look. If you love it, he’ll bond it to your tooth.

The Challenge of Full Porcelain

Placing the newer all-porcelain crowns requires an artistic eye and practiced technique. Some dentists prefer the traditional porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns because they are easier and faster to place. Zirconia and e.max crowns, the kinds Dr. Marion works with, take more time and skill since they involve lots of careful color matching and layering to achieve a realistic look. Despite this extra effort, Dr. Marion feels it’s worth it given the benefits of full porcelain restorations.

If you’re interested in restoring a dental implant with a porcelain crown or think your tooth needs a crown, Dr. Marion can take a look and make a recommendation. Call our office or fill out the Request an Appointment form to learn more.

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Duluth GA Porcelain Crowns

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Pic of Dr. MarionDr. David Marion has been elected a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, an honor granted to the world’s leading dentists.

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6745 Sugarloaf Parkway, Suite 200
Duluth, GA 30097

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Tuesday – Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm
Lunch 1:00pm – 2:00pm

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Dr Marion and his team are the nicest, most trustworthy people I have met. The service is great, they have a way to make you relaxed and trust them. They also treat you like family. Awesome dentist!!! 100% recommend Dr Marion!

Awa Patton

To say the least, Dr. Marion is hands down the best dentist I have encountered in all of my years. They know you by name and are very genuine. I am beyond impressed with Dr. Marion's care and extremely confident I have some of the best dental work in my mouth.

Christian Powers

From the first appointment and treatment I was amazed with passion and skill of Dr. Marion. Even local anesthesia is applied so gently and skillfully that you barely feel it. I had my entire bite realigned so all my teeth snap together tightly as never before. And I do not hide my smile anymore. Wish I had found this practice earlier.

Bohdan Prus

I have been a patient of Dr. Marion for ten years and I have referred all my friends and family to his office. He provides premium and prompt services every time!

Deon Washington

I was not an easy patient for Dr Marion ... lots of work needed to be done! Plus I’m a wimp with a horrible gag reflex. He and his staff have gone out of their way to make me comfortable, and he does an expert job, better than any other dentist I have ever worked with.

Cindy Robinson

Dr. Marion was highly recommended by a friend who also happens to be one of Dr. Marion's former dental school professors. I am so thankful to have a kind, skilled and compassionate provider for our dental care.

Barbara Hardin

I chose Dr. Marion's office because my Dad raves about Dr. Marion and his staff. I had to meet these people!! 🙂 They were very friendly and put me at ease. They explained everything and let me know what insurance would pay & what I would be responsible for before they did any work. The office is clean and I never have to wait long. I highly recommend them.

Tammy Stout


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Our Location

6745 Sugarloaf Parkway
Suite 200
Duluth, GA 30097

Open Hours

Monday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday - Thursday 7:00am - 4:00pm
Lunch 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Our Phone

(770) 279-8800

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Our Location
6745 Sugarloaf Parkway
Suite 200
Duluth, GA 30097
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(770) 279-8800
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Lunch 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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