Dental Crowns – Bergenfield, NJ

Are Dental Crowns Permanent?

Dental crowns are permanent in the sense that you’ll always need a crown in place to prevent your tooth from becoming damaged further. However, you will likely have to replace your crown eventually. The materials we use are quite durable, rest assured, and if you take good care of your crown, it can last for 15 years or more. Here’s what we recommend:

• Brush your teeth twice per day.
• Floss at least once daily.
• Use a soft bristled toothbrush.
• Avoid abrasive toothpastes, such as products that say “whitening” or “activated charcoal.”
• Visit our office for a checkup and cleaning every six months.
• Don’t use your teeth as tools!
  

Does It Hurt to Get a Dental Crown?

Most patients find that getting a dental crown isn’t any more uncomfortable than getting a filling. Your dentist in Bergenfield will numb your mouth with a local anesthetic, and can provide dental sedation if you’re nervous or have a history of sensitivity. This way, you’ll likely only feel some slight pressure as we prepare your tooth and place your crown.

If you’re worried about pain during dental crown treatment, please let us know so we can help you feel more at ease!

Is It a Dental Emergency If Your Crown Falls Off?

Yes, though you may not necessarily need same-day treatment. Your dental health and wellness won’t be immediately at risk if you lose your crown, and you likely won’t experience pain like you would for a toothache or infection. Your vulnerable tooth, however, will be more likely to accumulate bacteria build up or become damaged further, especially as time goes on. We still recommend calling our office as soon as possible so we can replace your crown promptly!

How Durable are CEREC Crowns?

This is a good question – after all, things that are made more quickly are often less durable. Rest assured, CEREC crowns are just as tough as “regular” metal-free crowns. The difference isn’t the quality of materials or the accuracy of the customization process, but where the crown is made.

To customize a regular crown, dentists have to coordinate with a dental lab, so it can take a week or two to finalize every detail. With CEREC, we can simply use our own highly advanced machine to mill your crown in-office. This results in less back-and-forth, immediate customization, and fast results!

Will I Have Dietary Restrictions with a Same-Day Crown?

One of the things our patients love most about CEREC same-day crowns is that they don’t need a temporary crown – which means no dietary restrictions.

A temporary crown is used in the “regular” treatment process to keep a tooth well protected while the dentist and patient wait for the dental lab to craft the permanent version. Temporary crowns aren’t as durable as their fully customized counterparts, so patients have to avoid eating overly hard and chewy foods while wearing them. But since your crown will be ready on the same day as your initial appointment, you won’t have to worry about this with CEREC!