DENTAL CROWNS
WHAT IS A DENTAL CROWN?
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Dental crown is a 'cap' that is put over a tooth to restore the tooth to normal function,size, and look.
- Crown can be made out of several different materials:
- Metal alloy
- Porcelain
- Ceramic
- Zarconia
- Porcelain or ceramic fused to the metal alloy
- Porcelain fused to the zarconia
- Most crown prosthesis made by Dr. Young are non-metal crowns, and come with a 5-year warranty that the materials are free of defects.
WHEN DOES A TOOTH NEED TO BE CROWNED?
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A tooth that has just received root canal therapy
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A tooth that has a significant crack to cause persistent sensitivity
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A tooth that had lost most of its tooth structures to decay so that it cannot be restored with a routine filling successfully
- A tooth that is severely discolored
PROCESS OF MAKING YOUR CROWN
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All the enamel and part of the dentin will be removed all around the tooth that is to receive a dental prosthetic crown.
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An impression of the tooth will be made either using the mold or digital scan.
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An interim (temporary) crown or bridge will be placed on the tooth to protect the tooth while the permanent crown is being fabricated by a professional dental laboratory. This can take up to two weeks.
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When the final crown is ready, your dentist will place it on the tooth, make necessary adjustments, and cement with a dental cement.
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Office Hours:
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Tues, Wed: 10am-7pm
Sundays: 2pm-7pm
Mon: CLOSED
Young Family Dentistry 819 Park Ave Plainfield NJ 908 205-8755 908 205-8755
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