Madison Dental Art

Dental Crown

Forest Hill, Queens NY

WHAT ARE DENTAL CROWNS?

Crowns are fixed prosthetic devices. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, which you can take out and clean daily, crowns and bridges are cemented onto existing teeth or implants, and can only be removed by a dentist.

HOW DO CROWNS WORK?

A crown is used to entirely cover or “cap” a damaged tooth. Besides strengthening a damaged tooth, a crown can be used to improve its appearance, shape or alignment. A crown can also be placed on top of an implant to provide a tooth-like shape and structure for function. Porcelain or ceramic crowns can be matched to the color of your natural teeth. Other materials include gold and metal alloys, acrylic and ceramic. These alloys are generally stronger than porcelain and may be recommended for back teeth. Porcelain bonded to a metal shell is often used because it is both strong and attractive.

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YOUR DENTIST MAY RECOMMEND A CROWN TO:

  • Replace a large filling when there isn’t enough tooth remaining
  • Protect a weak tooth from fracturing
  • Restore a fractured tooth
  • Attach a bridge
  • Cover a dental implant
  • Cover a discolored or poorly shaped tooth
  • Cover a tooth that has had root canal treatment

Need a dental crown in Forest Hills, Queens NY?

We understand how important it is to have a smile that feels and looks great. At Madison Dental Art, located at 112-03 Queens Boulevard, Suite 211, Forest Hills, NY 11375, we’re here to make sure you receive compassionate, expert care.