Dental Crowns

Dental crowns, also known as “caps,” preserve the functionality of damaged teeth. This common dental restoration may be used to protect a cracked tooth, restore functionality of a tooth with excessive decay or replace a pre-existing crown. It encases a needy tooth with a custom-designed material. Dr. Natasha Yegorov have a variety of conservative treatment options through which to restore teeth. If possible, these options should be explored and discussed before selecting the full coverage crown.

Consultation and Treatment Planning

If tooth decay or damage is so extensive that veneers, direct composite bonding or other conservative treatments aren’t viable treatment options — or if you have undergone root canal therapy — Dr. Natasha Yegorov will consult with you about dental crowns. Whether used to restore a damaged tooth or to create a lifelike tooth replacement for an implant, crowns can be fabricated in dental laboratories or in our dental office, depending on the material.

Part of your consultation may involve taking impressions of your existing tooth (or teeth) as a basis for creating the shape and size of your restoration(s). If crowns will be used as part of a smile makeover, these impressions are used to make models for designing the new length, shape and alignment of your teeth, so that you can preview your new smile before committing to treatment.

Dr. Natasha Yegorov also will describe the tooth preparation process, as well as your options with regard to local anesthesia (to numb your teeth and surrounding areas). If your treatment involves placement of a temporary crown, Dr. Yegorov will advise you of how long you will need to have the temporary in place and what hygiene steps to take to ensure functionality.

Dental crowns and dental bridges are among the most common dental restoration options. To learn more, please call Bliss Dental at (781) 265-4500 to schedule a consultation at our Greater Boston area office.