When a significant amount of tooth enamel has been compromised by a large cavity or dental fracture there might not be sufficient healthy tooth enamel remaining for Dr. Esperanza A. Rodriguez to repair the tooth with a dental filling. This can also be an issue if an area of dental attrition has progressed to affect multiple surfaces of a tooth.
In many of these cases, the most viable treatment option is for Dr. Esperanza A. Rodriguez to replace the entire tooth enamel layer with a dental crown. This will essentially replicate the original shape of the tooth in a material such as gold, base metals, or a special type of dental grade porcelain.
The dental crown will then be married to an abutment created from the tooth’s healthy dentin layer, with a strong dental adhesive.
If an accidental blow to the face, or some other form or dental trauma disassociates the relationship between the abutment and the dental crown, there are a few things you can do to minimize complications while you seek professional care from Dr. Esperanza A. Rodriguez.
You can quickly assess the severity of the problem by looking in the mirror before you call might help you assess the severity of the situation. If a blow to the face has left you with excess blood in your mouth you can gently rinse it away with lukewarm saltwater. Any other cleaning measures should be left to Dr. Esperanza A. Rodriguez and her highly trained associates.
If the abutment is complete and the dental crown is hollow, Dr. Esperanza A. Rodriguez to clean the crown and abutment and cement it back into place.
If the abutment was damaged, some of it will likely remain in the crown. In a case like this, Dr. Esperanza A. Rodriguez might have to perform endodontic therapy.This will restore sufficient structure to anchor a new crown.
If you live in the Bronx, New York, area and you have lost a dental crown, you should call 718-364-7791 to seek professional attention at Esperanza A. Rodriguez, DDS.