When you have a cracked or chipped teeth, or an aching tooth due to decay or infection, then we may recommend a dental restoration. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about how we use custom-made dental crowns to restore an injured tooth, and how we can offer a lifelike appearance too.
The Dangers of an Injured or Decayed Tooth
The outer enamel protects the tooth from exposure to harmful bacteria, or even the onset of tooth decay and infection. So, when a tooth is cracked or chipped, or worn down due to teeth grinding, this could lead to major complications. If a cavity has formed that is too severe for a filling, or if you need a root canal, then a crown could be used to restore function and beauty to your smile. If you injure a tooth or notice sensitivity or aches in your smile, then please let us know right away so we can administer treatment.
Creating a Crown
Every smile is different, which is why every patient receives a custom-made dental restoration. To begin, our team will administer a numbing agent and remove structure from the tooth in question. Next, we will take detailed digital images and measurements of the tooth. We use the information in a dental lab setting to design and craft the finished product. When the crown is ready, we will attach it to the tooth with a powerful bonding agent. This secures your restoration for decades to come. We could use this to repair cracked or chipped teeth, treat cavities or infection, and lengthen worn down teeth. Placement could also reshape malformed teeth and even aid in tooth replacement by securing a bridge or restoring a dental implant.
The Materials We Use
We use a variety of materials to treat the tooth, many of which are lifelike in appearance. For the front -facing teeth, we could employ all-ceramic, which is translucent like tooth enamel. We also color-match it to blend with your smile. For the side and rear teeth, which must endure greater bite forces, we could opt for porcelain-fused-to-metal and zirconia, which are stronger and more durable, but can also offer a natural-looking appearance. If you have any questions about how we repair and restore your smile, then contact our team today. A visit now means we can repair your smile before the year ends, so you can use your remaining 2021 dental insurance benefits. Talk to us now so you can greet 2022 with your healthiest smile!
Do You Have Questions About Restorative Dentistry?
We would like to help repair and restore your tooth, whether you have minor or severe injuries. To learn more about how we help strengthen smiles, then schedule a consultation by calling Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, in Astoria, NY, today at 718-728-8320.
