Dental Crowns
Most dentistry looks like dentistry. Our goal is to provide dentistry that is undetectable. We replace existing dental crowns and fillings with restorations that look and feel like your natural teeth.
Where damage to a person’s teeth is extreme, and apparently beyond repair, we can use porcelain or porcelain “pasted on gold” crowns to make the smile appear “as new”. This is an extremely reliable technique for repairing the most severe of dental problems, even permanently replacing missing teeth to offer a complete smile and a functional bite. We are renowned for the quality of our work and the fantastic changes we make for people using this technology. These treatments are used for a long-lasting correction of major dental problems. It is usual for these treatments to last for 20 to 30 years, which is as close to permanent as dental treatment can get.
How long does it take to fit a dental crown?
Fitting a crown requires at least two visits to our office. Initially, we will remove decay, shape the tooth, and fit it with a temporary crown of either plastic or metal.
On the subsequent visit, we will remove the temporary crown and then fit and adjust the final crown. Finally, we will cement the crown into place and you have a new beautiful looking tooth.
Key Benefits of Dental Crowns
- Replaces missing teeth
- Offers support to misshapen teeth or badly broken teeth
- Looks completely natural
- Fixes “smile” and functional chewing problems
What are the capabilities of crowns?
Crown and bridgework is a very reliable solution for major dental problems caused through accidents, diseases or wear and tear. Major problems can usually be corrected using these techniques. Material used in these repairs is either high-grade porcelain or porcelain bonded to gold. A higher strength of the porcelain and gold materials is recommended to treat the most serious of dental problems. Where accidental damage has occurred, resulting in lost teeth, or where teeth have broken away through excessive wear, or as the result of old fillings breaking, dental crowns and/or dental bridges can be used as a long-term solution.
Many people have unexplained pain from filled back teeth, which is usually due to hairline cracks in the chewing part of the tooth. Placing crowns on these teeth relieves the pain and allows a return of full dental function for these teeth. In front teeth, older fillings can both weaken the teeth and cause “appearance” problems due to staining or chipping. Porcelain crowns and bridges are suitable in cases where porcelain veneers are not. In teeth with root canal fillings, crowns can prevent breakage.
Keri Irving DMD
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Dr. Irving and her staff are very friendly and efficient! The atmosphere in the office was very cozy due to a fire place on and scented candle burning. I especially liked the lavender and lemon scented spa towels given to freshen up at the very end of my prophylaxis. All of these little things add up to a loving and caring environment and make me want to go back. The office also takes into consideration patients who do not have dental insurance and provides a discount plan of their very own which makes it very affordable to keep up with your dental care. I would highly recommend this office to all.
- Charlene G
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As a child, my husband had a very bad experience with a dentist. Because of this, he never went to the dentist. Over time, his dental health declined to the point in which he had to have all this top teeth extracted and will now have to wear dentures. Needless to say, my husband was a nervous wreck when the day came to have all his teeth pulled! I cannot express enough how wonderful Dr. Irving was with him throughout this horrible time he was going through!! She coached him through everything she was doing and explained everything along the way. She is very professional and has a wonderful sense of humor! She made him feel at ease. Her staff is fabulous too! All of them are very considerate and so nice!! They helped us with all the insurance coverage and out of pocket numbers. They truly make you feel like family there and provide you with such world class care!! I highly recommend Dr. Irving and her staff!! They are a rare bunch these days!!! We were lucky to find them!
- Nicole C
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My family are a third generation of patients that have used this practice. The same staff has been there for over 20 years and treats all of us as family. Very professional and care giving staff.
- E M
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I've been coming to this office for over 20 years! I've NEVER felt uncomfortable. My daughter would sit on my lap when she was one year old and insisted on getting her 2 teeth checked! She will be 24 years old and still comes to this office. Dr's. Levitt and Irving are great. I feel comfortable under their care. My hygienist is like my bff. We catch up on life in every visit! The office is comfy and cozy! The receptionists are awesome and assist in anything you need. The office is located in a convenient spot and are always accommodating with appointment times! I've gotten my teeth whitened with trays and I'm super excited with my beautiful bright smile! I could go on and on about this dentist office and it's wonderful staff! Thank you for a great smile!
- Elaine R
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Great staff. Very friendly
- Art T
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I have been a patient of Dr Levitt's for many years. Every visit is like returning to see family. Dr Levitt and her employees always make patients feel comfortable and stress- free, while at the same time, doing an exceptional job whether you are getting a cleaning, a filling or any type of procedure done. I recently met Dr Irving, and in just 1 visit, can see how she will fit right into this wonderful group of health care professionals. While most people dread the thought of going to the Dentist, Dr Levitt and Associates always seem to make it a pleasurable experience. After meeting Dr Irving, I can honestly say that I would feel as comfortable with her, as I have been with Dr Levitt. I believe she will be a great asset to the practice.
- Diane J
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Best all around! Very friendly and helpful staff.
- Donna M