If you’re searching for a dentist in Rye, NY to provide you with crowns or bridges, here’s some things you first need to know.
What is a dental crown?
A dental crown is a strong, tooth-colored restoration that’s placed on top of a tooth, completely surrounding the tooth to correct cosmetic issues, address significant areas of decay and provide added strength to the tooth structure. Crowns can be tinted so they match your own teeth for a beautifully natural result.
When are crowns used?
Crowns are used for restorative and cosmetic purposes, including:
• repairing and protecting large areas of decay that can’t be adequately “fixed” using a traditional filling or porcelain inlay
• hiding large, dark metal amalgam fillings, deep discoloration or other cosmetic issues
• providing strength to a tooth following a root canal
• strengthening the teeth that are used to support a dental bridge
How is a crown applied?
Placing a crown begins with removal of some of the tooth’s surface material to make room for the thickness of the crown. Once the tooth is prepared, an impression will be taken of your tooth and sent to a lab where the permanent crown will be carefully crafted from the highest-quality porcelain. Until then, you’ll be provided with a temporary crown to wear to protect the tooth. Once the crown is ready about two weeks later, we’ll remove the temporary crown and replace it with a permanent crown, using a very strong adhesive. Then the crown will be buffed so it feels completely natural and comfortable.
Is a crown hard to care for?
No, you’ll care for your crown by brushing and flossing, just as you do with your natural teeth. Most crowns last a decade or more before they need replacing. You can ensure your crown stays in good shape with regular dental visits and by avoiding biting ice, hard candy or other hard substances.
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