What West Ashley patients can expect during dental crown cementation
Dr. Andrew Greenberg may suggest dental crowns in many situations. Perhaps a patient is struggling with a tooth that was weakened by root canal therapy or a large filling applied after a cavity was discovered. Maybe a bridge is being placed and crowns need to be used to support the new restoration. In other instances, patients may also consider bonding a dental crown over their natural tooth to disguise imperfections such as breakage or permanent staining. No matter what the reason, this is a common restoration for patients in the West Ashley area at Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA.
Crowns are porcelain restorations made to fit over the top of a natural tooth. They can cover and protect, and when placed over a dental implant, they can restore the natural smile after tooth loss. Crowns are made by taking impressions of the teeth and having a ceramist fabricate the crown for a precise fit.
Crown cementation happens during the second visit to Dr. Andrew Greenberg. Patients are notified when their new restoration is ready for bonding over their natural tooth and can return to the dental office for placement. While waiting for their new restoration, patients may have a temporary crown placed, which is removed before the new crown is bonded on. This is a very quick appointment and patients can go about the remainder of their day with a fully restored tooth.
Cementation can be done without the need for anesthetics; however, many patients who are uneasy about visiting the dentist may want to have a local anesthetic administered to ensure comfort. We allow our patients the ability to take part in their dental care and suggest patients be open and honest with how they feel about anesthetics during their crown cementation.
At Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA, we commonly provide dental crowns for patients in our practice and are ready to help individuals in maintaining a smile they can be proud of. Contact our team today to schedule an examination and initial consultation appointment to learn more about general and cosmetic dental procedures available through our facility.
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Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA - Dr. Andrew Greenberg
Dr. Andrew Greenberg completed his Bachelor’s Degree in New Orleans, Louisiana at Tulane University. He graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine in 2009, where he portrayed excellent academic performance. He exercises his academic brilliance to the benefit of his patients every day. He grew up in a family with a dental background and showed interest in the field since his early days.
