Dental crowns in Great Neck, NY

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CROWNS SERVICES OFFERED IN GREAT NECK, NY

Over time, your teeth can become damaged, worn down, misshaped, cracked, or decayed, leading to pain or a loss of self-confidence. A crown can correct the issue and prevent any further damage from occurring. Avy Ariyev, DDS, at Smile Studio of Great Neck in Great Neck, New York, uses digital scanning (no impression material needed) to create custom crowns based on your individual needs. To learn more, call or book your appointment online today.

CROWNS Q&A

What are crowns?

Crowns are tooth-shaped “caps” placed over an existing tooth (or teeth) to help fix its appearance and reshape, protect, and strengthen your existing teeth.

A crown is sometimes needed when there isn’t enough tooth intact to support a filling, after root canals to protect fragile teeth, or to cover a dental implant. Crowns are also used to help attach bridges when filling in gaps for one or more missing teeth.

What types of crowns are there?

Permanent crowns are made from various materials, including metals (like gold or platinum), stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, or resin.

Ceramic and porcelain crowns are the most popular because they can easily match your teeth’s color. Metal crowns are stronger and last the longest but are less desired because of their metallic look.

How are crowns fitted?

Typically, crown fittings at Smile Studio of Great Neck take just one appointment to complete. Dr. Ariyev takes digital x-rays of the tooth or teeth needing the crown(s).

He may file them slightly, depending on the situation and material used to make the crown. Materials like metal are thin and need less enamel removed, while materials like porcelain need more room.

Dr. Ariyev uses digital scanning (no impression material needed) to create custom crowns based on your needs, ensuring your crown sits comfortably while not negatively affecting your bite.

Dr. Ariyev then custom designs the crown using AI software technology and then mills the crown the same day using the Glidewell Fastmill.io while you wait in the dental chair. The crown then gets permanently cemented on the tooth.

How long do crowns last?

Generally, crowns last anywhere from 5-15 years. The lifespan of a crown depends on the wear-and-tear your crown is exposed to and your oral hygiene habits.

A few habits to avoid are:

Clenching or grinding your teeth
Biting your fingernails
Chewing on ice
Using your teeth to open packaging

If you can maintain good oral hygiene and avoid these stressors, your crown will last a long time. To learn more, call Smile Studio of Great Neck or book your appointment online today.