Dental Crowns in Allentown, PA

If you're looking for a dental crown in Allentown, PA, call Strassman Dental. Our experienced team has helped countless patients throughout the Lehigh Valley restore damaged, decayed, and weakened teeth with custom-crafted, natural-looking dental crowns.

A dental crown is a restorative treatment that fits over the top of a tooth. You can think of a crown as a little tooth-shaped "cap." It protects your tooth from additional damage while restoring your ability to talk and chew with ease. At our trusted Allentown dental practice, we take special care to customize each individual crown so it seamlessly blends in with your surrounding teeth. Your tooth crown will resemble your natural teeth so closely that onlookers shouldn't be able to tell it isn't your "real" tooth.

Why You Might Need a Dental Crown

A dental crown isn't just about appearance — it's often essential for protecting the long-term health and function of a tooth. Dr. Strassman will examine your tooth and recommend a crown when it offers the best combination of strength, durability, and natural appearance.

Reasons for Tooth Crowns:

• Broken or fractured teeth
• Cosmetic enhancement
• Decayed teeth
• Fractured fillings
• Large fillings that no longer have enough healthy tooth structure to support them
• A tooth that has had a root canal
• Covering a dental implant
• Anchoring a dental bridge
• Strengthening a weak or worn-down tooth

If left untreated, a cracked or severely decayed tooth can worsen over time, potentially leading to infection, further breakage, or tooth loss. A crown placed early can often save a tooth that might otherwise need to be extracted.

Types of Dental Crowns We Offer

Not every tooth calls for the same type of crown. During your consultation, we'll help you choose the material that best fits the location of your tooth, your bite, and your aesthetic goals:

• Porcelain crowns – Best for front teeth, offering the most natural, tooth-like appearance
• Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns – Combine strength with a natural look, ideal for teeth that need extra durability
• Zirconia crowns – Extremely strong and long-lasting, a popular choice for molars
• Gold crowns – Highly durable and gentle on opposing teeth, sometimes preferred for back teeth
• Resin crowns – A more affordable option, though typically less durable than other materials

The Dental Crown Procedure

A tooth crown procedure usually requires two appointments in our Allentown, PA office as part of our comprehensive dental services in Allentown.

First Appointment:Your first appointment will include taking several highly accurate molds (or impressions) that will be used to create your custom tooth crown. A mold will also be used to create a temporary crown, which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new dental crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory. While your tooth is numb, the dentist will prepare your tooth by removing any decay and shaping the surface to properly fit the dental crown. Once these details are accomplished, your temporary tooth crown will be placed with temporary cement, and your bite will be checked to ensure you are biting properly.

Second Appointment:At your second appointment in our Allentown, PA office, your temporary crown will be removed, the tooth will be cleaned, and your new tooth crown will be carefully placed to ensure the spacing and bite are accurate. Once you and your dentist are satisfied with the fit, feel, and appearance, the crown is permanently cemented into place.

Caring for Your Dental Crown

With proper care, a dental crown can last for many years. A few simple habits go a long way:

• Brush twice daily and floss around the crown just as you would a natural tooth
• Avoid chewing on very hard foods, ice, or non-food objects like pens or fingernails
• Wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth
• Keep up with regular checkups and cleanings at our Allentown office so we can monitor the crown's fit and condition

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