Dental Crowns in West Coxsackie

New Baltimore Family Dentistry provides dental crowns in West Coxsackie, NY. Call 518-731-2797 to learn more and schedule an appointment.

Choosing to have a crown placed can preserve the natural tooth, which is always the goal as preserving the natural teeth helps maintain the supporting bone structure and stability of the surrounding and adjacent teeth.

The first step in the process is to take an impression that will be used to make a model of the teeth and bite.  This allows the crown to be made to look and function like your natural tooth.  The tooth will then be prepped, with the decayed areas being removed. An impression of the prepped tooth will be made so that the final crown will fit properly when it is placed.

Sometimes the final crown can be placed on the same day but other times a temporary crown will be placed while your final restoration is being created. Crowns often last a lifetime with proper care and oral hygiene.

This type of crown is often used for teeth that are visible when smiling as they are made from a porcelain-based material that retains the look of your natural teeth.

These crowns are known for their strength and durability while also allowing for a natural-looking restoration.

These may be used when more strength is needed, particularly for patients who grind their teeth at night.

These are strong and corrosion-resistant and are often used when there is less existing tooth structure available to support the crown restoration.

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There are a number of factors that determine the longevity of your dental crown, including the material your crown is made with, the location of the crowned tooth (i.e., how much wear it gets), and your oral hygiene habits. That said, a crown typically lasts about 15 years, but with good care, it’s common for them to last much longer.

The process of getting a crown isn’t painful, as we will numb your tooth and the area surrounding it to ensure that you feel no pain. After your tooth is prepared, you may have some sensitivity for a few days, but this is mild and can be alleviated with over-the-counter pain relievers.

There is no difference between a cap and a crown. Cap is simply another term used to describe a dental crown!

It’s always best to preserve a tooth whenever possible. Once a tooth is pulled, it has the potential to create a number of serious dental issues if it’s not replaced in a timely manner. The bone that once supported it will begin to break down, which can cause neighboring teeth to drift into the open space or become loose. In addition, a crown is more affordable than extracting a tooth and replacing it with a bridge or dental implant.

In most cases, a crown does not require a root canal. Only if the pulp inside your tooth is inflamed or infected will we recommend a root canal.

Call 518-731-2797 to schedule an appointment.