A dental crown is a custom restoration that covers and protects the visible portion of a tooth. Crowns can help restore the strength, function, shape, and appearance of teeth that have been damaged, weakened, or significantly worn.
At Creative Dental of Queens, we provide dental crowns for patients in Rego Park and throughout Queens. Each crown is designed to fit comfortably and blend naturally with the surrounding teeth.
When Are Dental Crowns Needed?
Dental crowns can be used for both restorative and cosmetic purposes. Your dentist may recommend a crown when a tooth needs additional protection or when its appearance or function needs to be restored.
A dental crown may be used to:
- Restore a cracked, chipped, or damaged tooth
- Strengthen a weakened tooth
- Improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth
- Protect a tooth after root canal treatment
- Restore a tooth that has been significantly worn down
- Support a dental bridge
- Complete a dental implant
- Restore a tooth with a large filling or significant loss of tooth structure
Our dental team will evaluate the condition of your tooth and determine whether a dental crown or another restorative treatment is appropriate.
How Is a Dental Crown Placed?
The dental crown process begins by preparing the affected tooth so the restoration can fit securely over it. Impressions or digital scans are then taken to create a crown that matches the shape and size of your tooth and complements your smile.
Depending on the type of crown and treatment being performed, a temporary crown may be placed while your custom restoration is being created.
Once the final crown is ready, your dentist will check its fit, appearance, and bite before securely bonding or cementing it into place. The finished crown helps restore the tooth’s natural shape, strength, and function.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Dental Crown?
The amount of time required for a dental crown can vary depending on the type of restoration and your individual treatment plan.
If your crown is being created by a dental laboratory, the process may require more than one appointment. A temporary crown can protect your tooth while the final restoration is being made.
Our team will explain what to expect and provide instructions for caring for your tooth throughout the process.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns can provide several restorative and cosmetic benefits, including:
- Strengthening and protecting damaged teeth
- Restoring normal biting and chewing function
- Improving the shape and appearance of a tooth
- Protecting teeth following certain restorative procedures
- Completing dental implants
- Supporting dental bridges
- Providing a natural-looking restoration
Because crowns are customized for each patient, they can be designed to complement the color and appearance of the surrounding teeth.
How Do You Take Care of a Dental Crown?
With proper care and maintenance, a dental crown can provide many years of function. Crowns should be cared for much like your natural teeth.
Brush your teeth regularly, floss around the crown, and continue visiting your dentist for routine dental cleanings and examinations. Although the crown itself cannot develop a cavity, the natural tooth underneath and around the edges of the crown can still be affected by decay or gum disease.
Avoiding habits such as chewing ice or other very hard objects can also help protect your crown from unnecessary damage.
Dental Crowns in Rego Park, NY
If you have a damaged, weakened, or worn tooth, a dental crown may help restore its strength, function, and appearance. Creative Dental of Queens provides customized restorative dental care for patients in Rego Park and throughout Queens.
To learn more about dental crowns or schedule an appointment, call Creative Dental of Queens at (718) 459-4700 or visit us at 63-58 Wetherole St, Rego Park, NY 11374.