Crowns are the very definition of restorative dentistry. With them, we can restore your smile to its former strength and integrity while still preserving your natural teeth. Think of dental crowns as shields, protecting your teeth on all sides from damage or decay. Village Dental’s restorative dentist office, located near Union Square and the East Village, can construct the perfect shield for your teeth, fitting crowns that will look and feel like the real thing.
Dental crowns, also known as caps, are custom-made tooth-shaped coverings that our NYC restorative dentists place over a damaged or decayed tooth. They are designed to restore the shape, size, and strength of your tooth, while also improving its appearance. Dental crowns are typically made from porcelain, ceramic, or metal materials and are cemented onto your existing tooth, blending seamlessly with your smile.
Signs you might need a crown include pain when biting or chewing, toothaches or jaw pain, and temperature sensitivity. We might immediately determine you need a crown or try more conservative options first, like dental fillings. If you’ve already had a filling but are still experiencing symptoms like pain and sensitivity, we may need to upgrade you to a crown; you may have more decay or damage or may have even damaged the filling.
We don’t just pop a crown on top of a damaged tooth and call it a day. The cap is the final part of the procedure. Our Union Square dentists have to prepare your tooth first by removing any damaged or decayed areas. That way, the issue doesn’t spread into more of your tooth structure. We shave down just enough of your tooth to remove any problem areas and allow the crown to fit on top. You won’t have to worry about feeling this process—we provide local anesthetic beforehand.
Once your tooth is prepared, we place a temporary crown until we receive your permanent, custom crown. We use advanced imaging and impressions to create this final cap, ensuring that it fits exactly in your mouth. In fact, before you leave our office with your permanent crown, we adjust and polish it, even down to the tiniest bumps and edges, to ensure your teeth fit together just as they did before.
We like to think of these restorations as the multi-hyphenates of the dental world. Crowns serve the following functions:
Our dentists near Union Square are overachievers too, investing the time and energy to create you a custom crown that perfectly shields your tooth. Trust Village Dental with your restoration and see remarkable results. Call us today at 212-674-2024 or book an appointment online with our convenient scheduler.
