Porcelain Crowns

When a tooth is cracked, decayed, or severely damaged, Dr. Sadati may recommend a crown. Crowns or caps are designed by Dr. Sam Sadati and our lab in the shape of your tooth to protect and cover your remaining tooth structure. Crowns are favored because of the versatility, strength and stability they provide.

Crowns are typically made from superior materials such as zirconium, porcelain, precious metals like gold and semi-precious metals or a combination of metal fused to porcelain. Which material is best will depend on the clinical situation - the functional and esthetic requirements of each particular case.

Natural, Durable, Beautiful Porcelain Crowns

Dr. Sadati's goal is to make your crown look realistic and beautiful. An example of his work is shown in the photographs on the right. Notice, in the "after" photograph, that the crowned teeth blend perfectly with the bridge replacing the missing tooth, and that everything looks beautiful and natural..

Placing Your Miami Porcelain Crown

Porcelain crowns can brighten, reshape and realign existing teeth, enhancing the health and attractiveness of your smile. Since they restore proper occlusal pressure (the natural tension or pushing force between teeth), crowns and bridges can also help improve bite correction.

The application process for a crown takes two appointments. During your initial visit, Dr. Sadati anesthetizes your tooth and, if necessary, painlessly removes all local decay.

For crowns, your tooth is sculpted to create an ideal fit, then an impression is taken to be sent to the ceramist. During this interim period between when your impressions are taken and when our lab returns your fabricated crowns, Dr. Sadati fits you with a temporary crown made of acrylic resin. During your second visit, Dr. Sadati removes your temporary and bonds the permanent crown into your mouth.

A porcelain crown should last at least five years. With proper care, however, and a well-made crown, its lifespan could be measured in decades and could even last a lifetime. The most important things you can do to help it last that long are to keep it well cleaned with brushing and flossing, and have it checked regularly.