Like porcelain veneers and bonding, at the NYCCD, both cosmetic crowns and  bridges can now be made to look as real as  natural teeth. Unlike removable devices such as dentures  which you can take out and clean daily, crowns and bridges are attached permanently onto  existing teeth or implants.

Our philosophy is to be as non-invasive as possible, so we only suggest a crown when a tooth is too badly broken down to support a bonding or veneer or if a pre-existing crown is to be replaced. A crown can also be placed on top of an implant to provide  you with a new replacement tooth. The porcelain used is similar to the material used for porcelain veneers, creating a life-like natural appearance.

We may recommend a bridge if you're missing one or more teeth to span the space where the teeth have been lost. This replacement is often necessary because gaps left by missing teeth may eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces and can result in a host of problems, including a bad bite, gum disease and temperomandibular  joint (TMJ)  disorders. Bridges are cemented to the natural teeth or implants surrounding the empty space. Crowns and bridges typically  last  twenty-five to thirty-five years and  can last a lifeime.

Call the NYCCD at  212.288.4455 or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   to schedule a complimentary consultation  to find out if  crowns and bridges are right for you.