Dental Crowns
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How many kingdoms do you rule? If you have many crowns you could be an emperor. Teeth have a hard life. Continually they are under pressure from chewing, grinding and clenching. The outside of your tooth is covered with enamel, a very hard substance that gives strength to your teeth and helps prevent decay. However, bacteria are tenacious and over time can make a small hole in the enamel and access the inner surface of your tooth.
The inside of your tooth is made up of dentin which is not as strong as enamel. The decay that attacks your teeth is anaerobic meaning it likes areas without oxygen. Once inside your tooth there is no oxygen present and it is warm and dark making the bacteria even happier. If the bacteria take off and eat too much of your tooth you may need a crown to preserve the tooth in your head.
A crown is like a girdle. It holds your tooth together. Crowns are made of different materials. A metal crown is quite strong but not too attractive. The best crown is made of gold which has the same expansion and contraction as your own teeth. A gold crown can have a very thin margin and have the best fit on your tooth. However, the gold color may not be acceptable for most patients esthetically.
Today we have tooth colored crowns which will match the color of your own teeth. Most patients prefer this type of restoration. There are several types of porcelain crowns we can use based on the condition of your tooth.
A crown after being placed may not make you a queen or king for life but it will save your tooth.
If you are in need of dental services give us a call at 212 517 9000. At the dental practice of Dr Glenn Reit, DDS we are always looking to help people preserve their teeth. We are conveniently located at 1498 Third Avenue on the Upper East Side between 84th and 85th streets directly across from our very own Mickey Dees. The 4, 5, 6 and Q subway lines are one block away and of course there are multiple bus lines in the area.
If you are experiencing tooth problems don’t delay call us today. You’ll be glad you did
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.
