Best Dental Fillings & Dental Crowns in Pennington, NJ. It is common practice if you have a tooth that has begun to decay, to stop that decay by removing it and replacing it with a dental filling. Such decay is called a cavity and maybe a visibly darkened area due to the breaking down of the tooth and the bacteria which has begun to disintegrate it. The dental filling is made of a composite material or porcelain and is applied after the decayed area is removed by Dr. Angra.
If you have a tooth that has been broken, cracked, or worn down, a crown can prevent that tooth from being lost completely. A large filling that has begun to break down may need to be replaced by a crown, or if you need a root canal, you will need a crown afterward. A crown is used when a long-term solution is needed for a major issue for a tooth and ensures your dental health in the future.
Dental options for crowns include what is considered classic (gold crowns), and modern (tooth-colored porcelain that blends right in with your other teeth).