Here at the office of Dr. Stuart Shaffren, the number one
Oakland Gardens general dentist, some of the most commonly used dental devices are dental crowns. It is likely you have heard of dental crowns before, and you might currently have some in your mouth—a testament to how important they are to some of the most basic and frequently used dental services today. Crowns are also commonly referred to as caps. Our
Oakland Gardens general dentist typically recommends the use of a dental crown following a restorative procedure, in order to complete the work and return the tooth to its normal level of functionality, as well as to maintain its aesthetic integrity. If a patient has a tooth that is severely decayed, to the point where portions of the tooth need to be removed, a crown will often be used to restore the tooth.
Dental Restorations Oakland Gardens
Dental crowns can also be used to attach bridges, to cover and complete dental implant restorations, to save a cracked tooth from worsening or needing to be extracted, and to replace fillings that have been lost or damaged. As you can see, dental crowns are highly versatile and are helpful in a number of common dental situations. Our dental crowns are fabricated in a laboratory, and they are made of either porcelain that has been baked onto a metal substrate, or all-porcelain. Some crowns are now made from various ceramic materials. Dr. Shaffren can give you a more personalized recommendation regarding dental crowns and which options are best for you after an examination and consultation at our office.
If you would like to learn more about dental crowns or any of the other various dental services provided by our
Oakland Gardens general dentist, we encourage you to visit Dr. Shaffren’s main website to look through some additional information. Should you have any questions or concerns that our staff can assist you with, do not hesitate to contact us either by phone or online. We look forward to working with you, and Dr. Shaffren and the rest of our staff hope to see you at our office soon.
By Stuart C. Shaffren, DDS
May 8, 2014
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