Decayed or damaged teeth can affect the look of your smile and your ability to chew, and lead to even more dental problems.
The dentists at Astoria Dental Group can restore your teeth using dental crowns we create in-office at our practice in Queens, NY.
Learn how Dr. Clifford Degel, Dr. Carmen Every-Degel, and the rest of our staff can save your smile.
Dental crowns are a type of restoration that can treat extensive decay and damage while retaining much of your natural tooth. Dental crowns cover the remaining tooth structure to restore its shape and protect the tooth, often following other treatments such as a root canal. Our dentists will shape your tooth to create a tight seal for the crown, resulting in a long-lasting restoration that naturally blends in with your other teeth.
Dental crowns are a versatile restorative treatment that pairs well with other devices. For example, dental bridges usually depend on crowns to support the bridge on either side.
Crowns can also:
Implant-supported crowns can entirely replace missing teeth. These prosthetics are supported by dental implants, the powerhouse of restorative dentistry. Dental implant-supported crowns look natural, feel secure, and offer unparalleled benefits to the jawbone.
Dental crowns don’t just restore your tooth; they also shield the remaining tissue following a root canal or other damage to the tooth structure. We always try to save damaged teeth, and crowns offer the best protection to help prevent future dental issues.
Along with its functional benefits, a dental crown can cover a discolored tooth or reshape a tooth to achieve new levels of splendor. Crowns can become part of a dazzling new smile, boost your confidence, and lead to a great first impression.
With so many materials available for dental crowns, it can be difficult to know which is best suited to your needs. Your crown must be strong and durable enough to withstand pressure from biting and chewing. Consequently, the material of your crown can greatly impact its long-term success. That’s why Dr. Clifford Degel and Dr. Carmen Every-Degel are proud to offer zirconia and all-porcelain crowns at their Queens, NY, dental practice.
All-porcelain crowns are an option that’s well-suited for your front row of teeth, offering a lifelike appearance that looks like a natural part of your smile.
A bone graft is often used to help preserve bone tissue after a tooth has been extracted. It also allows for quicker healing.
Our practice offers Prettau® zirconia crowns, a composite made of super-strong materials. Along with superior durability, zirconia crowns feature other benefits such as:
Zirconia has a white, translucent appearance like porcelain. A natural-looking zirconia crown can blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
Zirconia crowns are biocompatible, meaning they’re unlikely to react with the body. For some people this can help reduce the risk of allergic reactions. Others simply prefer using biocompatible materials.
Zirconia doesn’t conduct heat, which means it’s more resistant to bacterial growth. As a result, a zirconia crown can help keep your mouth healthy.
Because zirconia is so strong, zirconia crowns can be thinner than those made of other materials. This allows us to preserve more of your natural tooth.
It can be hard to imagine what your new smile may look like after receiving dental crowns. That’s why we offer SmilePix technology, a system that generates a clear picture of how your smile will look after treatment. SmilePix allows you to make an informed choice between different dental procedures (e.g., dental bridges vs partial dentures) so we can provide the results you want.
We understand that despite its many benefits, dental work can sound intimidating. We’re proud to offer some of the latest sedation dentistry techniques to help anxious patients obtain the oral care they need while remaining comfortable. Patients can receive IV sedation under the care of a board-certified anesthesiologist. We also offer nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation.
Our dentists will recommend available treatments according to your unique needs, including the choice between zirconia and porcelain crowns.
We numb your tooth and the surrounding area with local anesthetics before reshaping your tooth to fit the crown.
Next, we scan your teeth with digital imaging technology to make an impression of your mouth. This accurate 3D model is used to design your custom crown.
We will supply you with a temporary crown to wear while our in-office lab crafts your permanent crown. This may take approximately 2-3 weeks.
Once your permanent crown is ready, we’ll remove the temporary crown and check the permanent crown for a good fit. Then we cement your crown in place for a strong, long-lasting seal.
Once your gums have healed, you'll be ready to receive your permanent crowns, bridges, or dentures. Your dentist will secure your restorations and make some minor adjustments as necessary to achieve the most precise fit.
After treatment, your tooth may feel sensitive to hot or cold temperatures. This sensitivity should go away over time, and we recommend using toothpaste made for sensitive teeth until then. Adjusting to the feel of the crown may take a few days, but afterward, it should feel like a natural extension of your tooth.
While our dentists create your permanent crown, you’ll have to wear a temporary crown to protect the tooth. While taking care of a temporary crown is simple, patients may need to make a few adjustments to their daily habits such as:
Brushing more gently usinga soft-bristled brush
Floss using in-and-out motionsinstead of up-and-down
Avoiding crunchy, chewy, sticky,hard, and sugary foods
Avoiding hot or cold foods and drinks (due to sensitivity)
If your temporary crown does fall off, call our office in Queens, NY. You can stick the temporary crown back on your tooth using dental adhesive until we can professionally attach it again.
Your dentist will give you comprehensive instructions on how to take care of your crown immediately after the procedure. For the most part, dental crowns require little to no extra care than a normal tooth. Patients just need to brush and floss regularly to maintain the crown and prevent other oral health issues like gum disease. That said, bad oral habits like chewing ice, biting your fingernails, or grinding your teeth have a high chance of cracking or chipping a dental crown.
Our cosmetic dentists Drs. Clifford Degel and Carmen Every-Degel provide world-class dental care in a caring and friendly environment. Residents in Queens, Long Island, and throughout NYC trust them to create beautiful, healthy smiles.
With over 35 years of experience helping patients maintain, restore, and revitalize their smiles, Dr. Clifford Degel is considered a top dentist in Queens. Dr. Degel is known for exquisite cosmetic and restorative dentistry work at his state-of the-art, full service practice, Astoria Dental Group.
Recognized as a top Invisalign® dentist, Dr. Every-Degel provides dramatic transformations with the discreet, convenient system, along with various cosmetic treatments such as smile makeovers and other procedures designed to deliver a brighter, more brilliant smile.
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