Sometimes, a tooth becomes so damaged or decayed that placing a dental crown is the only way to save it. A crown, sometimes called a cap, is a metal or porcelain shell that your family dentist places over the entire structure of your natural tooth. It is different from a veneer because veneers only cover the outer surface of the tooth, while a crown is a complete cap. Here’s what will happen when you see us a restorative dental crown:
Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C Will Prepare the Natural Tooth
In order for a crown to fit in your bite and look as natural as possible, Dr.
Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C. will have to remove a portion of your natural tooth.
If decay is the reason you need a dental crown, Dr. Alina
Bergan D.D.S., P.C may perform a root canal first, depending on how extensive the
decay is. Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C may also need to build up the tooth with
composite material if decay has eaten away so much tooth structure that your
tooth cannot support a dental crown.
Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C Will Take Impressions of the
Prepared Tooth.
These impressions allow the dental lab to create a natural-looking crown that is custom-fitted to your mouth. These impressions show the prepared tooth as well as the surrounding teeth on both the upper and lower arches. This process helps to ensure that your permanent crown fits properly into your bite.
These impressions allow the dental lab to create a natural-looking crown that is custom-fitted to your mouth. These impressions show the prepared tooth as well as the surrounding teeth on both the upper and lower arches. This process helps to ensure that your permanent crown fits properly into your bite.
Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C Will Place a Temporary Crown.
Most temporary crowns are acrylic and are designed to be removed within a few weeks. Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C will prepare a temporary crown to protect the prepared tooth and to give you a more pleasing appearance as you await your permanent crown. Temporary crowns are not designed to last, so it’s vital that you return when your permanent crown is ready.
Most temporary crowns are acrylic and are designed to be removed within a few weeks. Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C will prepare a temporary crown to protect the prepared tooth and to give you a more pleasing appearance as you await your permanent crown. Temporary crowns are not designed to last, so it’s vital that you return when your permanent crown is ready.
Are you ready to restore your smile? If you’re looking for a
family dentist in the Cedarhurst area, come to Dr. Alina Bergan D.D.S., P.C Call (800)-223-0801
to schedule an appointment or visit our website for more information.
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