When you need a tooth restored, such as one with serious decay or even a crack or chip, then you should see our team for a dental crown. Our team can use this full restoration to return your tooth to full function, health, and beauty. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how we restore smiles with a crown and what you can do to safeguard your smile from issues like decay or infection.
When You Need a Restoration
As we mentioned above, a dental crown covers the entire visible portion of your tooth. When in place, this allows us to treat tooth decay too severe for a filling. If you have an infected tooth, we can complete a root canal with placement. The restoration can lengthen worn down teeth and even correct the appearance of misshapen teeth. We’ve used them to improve bite balance and chewing function too. If you have cracked, chipped or broken teeth, we can repair them. Even if you have missing teeth, our restoration can help. We can use one or two to support a bridge, or one to restore a single dental implant.
Our Dental Crowns
When possible, we will opt for more lifelike materials. Options like porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal, and zirconia can absorb daily bite forces and also be shaded to blend with your smile too. Placement starts with our team numbing the tooth to keep you comfortable as we remove structure to make room for the crown. We then take detailed digital images and measurements of the prepared tooth, which we use in a lab setting to design and craft them. When the restoration is complete, you will return to the office so we can check the fit and make any necessary adjustments. Our team then attaches the restoration with a powerful bonding agent. With proper care and attention, they can last for years to come.
Preventive Care
Taking a preventive approach to your oral hygiene routine can help keep your crown bright and in place, and also limit the need for repair down the road. We suggest you brush your teeth for two minutes when you get up in the morning, and then do so again before bed. Each time use a fluoride toothpaste to keep your enamel strong. You also need to floss every evening to reach what a toothbrush alone cannot. If you have any questions about how we restore your smile with a lifelike dental crown, then contact our team today.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO RESTORE YOUR TOOTH
We’re ready to offer a durable and lifelike solution for your cavity or damaged tooth. You can schedule an appointment by calling our office in Astoria, NY at 718-728-8320.
