Solving Dental Dilemmas- Dental Crowns

My kingdom for a crown or my tooth has lost its head and needs to be crowned.  Life happens and teeth can come upon hard times and fall apart.  Due to clenching, grinding or long ago placed dental fillings your teeth can become tired and break apart.

When that happens you’ll find yourself in a dental office with a dental problem that needs resolving.  If your teeth need to be crowned you might ask what a dental crown is.  A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of your damaged tooth.

Why might you need a crown?  A broken tooth with decay or possibly an ill-fitting existing crown in your mouth.  You have a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy and will now become brittle leading to fracture.  You have a small or misshapen tooth or your tooth is interfering with your bite.

 The procedure involves preparing your tooth to receive the lab created crown which is done under local anesthesia so you’ll be comfortable during the procedure.  An impression is taken of your tooth and sent to the cosmetic lab we use in Beverly Hills, California.  During the time the permanent crown is being made we will fit you with a temporary crown.  Then before you know it your new crown will arrive and be cemented onto your tooth.

There are multiple types of crowns we can perform for you.  Each has their pros and cons and will be discussed in full before treatment.  We also will explain all costs involved and any insurance reimbursement to allow you to make an educated decision.

At the dental practice of Dr Glenn Reit DDS at 1498 Third Avenue in Yorkville we like meeting new people and resolving any tooth issues they might have.  If you are looking for a dentist give us a call today at 212 517 9000.  It will be one less problem in your life.

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Looking for a Dentist in the Upper East Side?

At the practice of Glenn Reit DDS; we provide quality care in a relaxed, comfortable, clean and safe environment. Please contact us today at 212 517 9000 for this or any other of your dental needs. We look forward to seeing and taking care of you!

How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Re-Contour Your Teeth

Have you ever been at an event and caught yourself not smiling? Do you notice when seeing photographs of yourself at parties or events that you are smiling with your lips sealed?

Do you feel there is nothing you can do about it?

If so, you are in for some good news.  There are many things we can do today to help improve your smile.  Your smile supports your physical and mental health.  Studies have shown that smiling can reduce your blood sugar levels and decrease your blood pressure.  Smiling is a plus for your immune system and helps reduce your level of stress by your body’s release of neuropeptides. 

Small quick changes to your smile can be achieved by reshaping or re-contouring your teeth by removing a small portion of your enamel to change the length, height or shape of your teeth.

If more is required to obtain the smile you desire we can place porcelain veneers on your teeth.  Veneers are thin shells of porcelain which are bonded or cemented to the front surface of your teeth.

If your teeth have been discolored by drinking colas, tea or coffee a dental cleaning can help.

If you want whiter teeth then our tooth whitening regime may be of value to you.

Get the best, confident and beautiful smile you deserve by calling us today.

Let us help you achieve the look you are looking for.

Looking for a Cosmetic Dentist in the Upper East Side?

Call today at (212) 517-9000 to schedule your next dental appointment.