Dental Crowns
What Is a Dental Crown?
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped restorations used to protect damaged teeth or to cover teeth that need cosmetic improvement. Unlike a porcelain veneer, a dental crown covers an entire tooth down to the gums. By enveloping the tooth entirely, a crown strengthens the tooth and shields it from further damage.
Crowns can also be attached to dental implants to replace missing teeth.
How Dental Crowns Are Placed ...
What Makes Our Crowns Special We Have a Dental Lab On-Site
Our dental practice in Staten Island is one of only a few in all of New York with its own on-site lab. That allows our dentist to work closely with highly trained dental craftsmen and patients in real-time to create a finely crafted dental crown.
Most dental practices need to partner with an outside facility to craft restorations, which means patients are sometimes forced to wear a temporary crown for weeks before their permanent one is ready.
Dr. Mormino's sophisticated on-site lab enables him to shave weeks off your wait time. He can even provide same-day crowns in many cases.
Perhaps the most important benefit of an on-site dental lab is that Dr. Mormino and dental technicians work side-by-side, allowing them to produce a restoration that exactly meets your expectations.
Natural-Looking Restorations That Last
Dr. Joseph Mormino places dental crowns–a trusted restorative dentistry solution–to repair compromised teeth. He can also place crowns to achieve cosmetic improvements. Crowns placed by Dr. Mormino have lasted longer than 15 years with proper care.
In Need of a Crown? Request a Consultation Today
If you suspect you require a dental crown, we invite you to schedule a consultation at our office in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Mormino can examine your tooth and determine whether a crown is the right option for you.
You can request a consultation with Dr. Mormino by filling out our online form or calling:
(718) 876-9100
Real 5-Star Reviews "The On-Site Lab Made Things Move Along So Much More Quickly"
Lina Marie
2016
Loved the warm and friendly staff! The dentist was excellent. The on site lab made things move along so much more quickly with no extra back and forth. Convenient parking lot and coffee didn't hurt either :)
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christopher macaluso
2019
Me and my family have been going to Dr. Mormino for years. We have since moved off Staten Island, we still make the trip to him for all of our dental needs. Both him and his staff are the best around.
View On GoogleWhat Problems Can a Crown Solve?
Strengthen Damaged Teeth
A crack or decay can weaken a tooth. Dr. Mormino may suggest a dental crown to strengthen your tooth and avoid additional harm.
Hide Cosmetic Issues
A tooth that is the wrong size or misshapen can be transformed by covering it with a dental crown.
Complete Root Canal Therapy
At the end of root canal treatment, our dentist will cap the treated tooth with a dental crown to protect it and avoid infection.
Replace a Missing Tooth
If you've lost a tooth, a crown paired with a dental implant can restore the missing tooth. Unlike a traditional bridge, a dental implant won't require you to alter neighboring teeth.
What's the Process? Dental Crown Timeline
Our dentist, Dr. Mormino, has made the process of getting a crown fast and personalized.
The first step is an oral examination to determine the proper treatment. If you need a dental crown, our dentist will thoroughly explain the process and go over the types of crowns that are recommended for your situation.
We offer traditional crowns, which typically take two visits, or same-day crowns, which can be completed in one appointment. While the same-day option offers many benefits, there are times when a traditional crown is the best choice.
In either case, our on-site lab and sophisticated technology enable us to provide crowns in a fraction of the normal time without sacrificing quality and fit.
With proper care, your new crown can last for 15 years or longer.
More 5-Star Reviews "I Love My Teeth!"
Dawn Lonczynski
2018
I had a great experience at Dr. Mormino's office. I have always feared the dentist and Dr. Mormino put my fears to rest. He is very gentle and detail oriented. I love my teeth!
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Michael Lenner
2019
Dr. Mormino is by far the best dentist I've ever gone to. He is professional, knowledgeable, and understands the industry better than anyone. Having dealt with prior negative experiences he made me feel at home and welcome. He listened to my concerns and is an all around great guy. Would HIGHLY recommend!
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What Are Dental Crowns Made Of?
Dental crowns can be made of a variety of materials at our dentistry practice, each with its own pros and cons. Dr. Mormino will go over the materials he considers best for your situation. If your crown is for a molar, strength is an important quality so that it can withstand the biting forces in the back of the mouth. At the front of your mouth, materials that emphasize esthetics will be considered. Materials most often used in crowns include:
Porcelain or ceramic restorations provide a natural look. However, porcelain is not as strong as other materials and may not be suitable for patients who grind their teeth.
Zirconia is a relatively new material that can combine the appearance of porcelain with the strength of metal. However, zirconia crowns are so strong that they can cause the teeth they bite against to wear down.
Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns are natural-looking and strong. However, these restorations may cause a grey line at the gums and may not be as beautiful as an all-porcelain crown.
