Crowns & Veneers in Feasterville-Trevose

A dental crown covers the entire tooth, providing structural support and strengthening the tooth. On the other hand, when a tooth is cracked or chipped but healthy, a crown can repair it. However, if excessive damage is present on the tooth, you should explore other options before crowning the tooth.

Unlike crowns covering the entire tooth, a veneer only covers the tooth's visible part. This offers a way to correct the appearance of teeth that are stained, crooked, broken, or have gaps in between. Since they only cover the front of the tooth, they are less durable and are as strong as crowns. 

At Babiner Dental, both types of restorations are custom-made to fit the patient’s unique smile. They are made from impressions of the teeth used to give the laboratory the necessary information to create a restoration that will fit comfortably and securely in the mouth. With crowns and veneers, patients can help prolong the life of the restorations by practicing good oral hygiene habits, including brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and avoiding eating foods that can stain the teeth.

The Benefits of Veneers

Custom-fitted porcelain veneers are thin shells made of translucent material that cover the front and top surfaces of your teeth. These restorations enhance your smile’s beauty and provide strength and resilience comparable to natural enamel. Each veneer is bonded with a sturdy composite resin material, ensuring that your restoration is comfortable and discreet. Porcelain veneers can correct cosmetic blemishes, including stubborn stains, chips, cracks, misaligned teeth, or a smile that is too large or too small. Your veneers may be customized to address one or multiple concerns. By choosing to get veneers, you can fix these problems and create a much more youthful appearance. This can help you feel more confident about your appearance and yourself.

The Benefits of Crowns

Dental crowns typically last for five to fifteen years before they need to be replaced. With good oral hygiene habits and regular checkups, your crown should stay in place and function well for many years. Crowns can also protect a weak tooth from breaking, restore a fractured tooth, cover a tooth with a large filling, or hold a dental bridge. Crowns are typically used to restore a tooth after a root canal procedure. Teeth that have been broken or worn down may also need crowns to restore their shape and appearance. During the first appointment, your dentist will remove the damaged portion of the tooth. Then an impression of the tooth will be taken and sent to the lab for manufacturing. Once it is ready, you’ll return to have the crown placed.

Our dentist can help you determine which crown or veneer suits you during your consultation. To learn more about your treatment options in cosmetic dentistry, visit Babiner Dental at 332 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053, or call (215) 607-2070.