What is Dental Crown? Maspeth
Dental Crowns Near Me
We have resin, metal, porcelain, and ceramic dental crowns for your
tooth’s restoration. Dental crowns are used to cover damage to a tooth.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is fitted on top of a damaged
tooth to protect the tooth from further damage. A crown is only placed
after treatment of your underlying problem. If you have tooth decay,
your dentist will first address the problem before placing the
crown.
A dental crown can be used in these situations
- To protect a weak tooth
- To support a dental implant
- To support a dental bridge
- To restore a broken tooth
- To cover and support a tooth with a large filling
- To cover a discolored tooth
Dental crowns are usually done in two appointments even though
single-appointment procedures are also possible.
Dental crown placement in two appointments
The steps involved include;
- X-ray examination of the affected tooth
- Filling the outer layer of the tooth
- Creating an impression of the filled tooth and surrounding
teeth - Temporary crown placement
- Cementing the crown after a few weeks
Same-day procedure (one appointment)
With a same-day procedure;
- Your dentist takes digital images of your mouth and creates your
crown in approximately an hour or 2. - Once the crown is ready, your dentist fits it into
place. - Approximate waiting time is 4 hours.
Care for dental crowns
- Brush with care. We recommend brushing your teeth at least twice
a day. Consider using toothpaste made for sensitive teeth especially if
your natural teeth are sensitive to temperature changes. - Floss daily to avoid plaque build-up between teeth.
- Avoid hard foods. While a metal crown can sustain hard biting and
chewing, other types can’t. Chewing ice or hard foods might cause a
crack on your crown. - If you grind or clench your teeth at night, request a night
guard.
Are you a candidate for dental crowns? Call us to find out.
