Doctor, I Broke My Tooth... Do I Need a Crown?

If you have damaged or broken a back tooth, a crown is often recommended as the best way to repair it. However, in some dental offices, an alternative exists. A conservative and cosmetic restoration called a PORCELAIN ONLAY exists.

A pre-made porcelain restoration that fits a tooth and restores the broken part ONLY can be fabricated. By bonding the custom made piece to the undamaged part of a tooth, a total repair can be accomplished. The healthy part of the tooth is kept, minimizing the amount of treatment required. Just like a piece of a puzzle, the porcelain onlay fits accurately and invisibly creating an ideal repair. Limited treatment that is quicker and natural in appearance can often save your tooth and, in the process, make your day!

Dr. Robert Rosenthal, a cosmetic dentist in Dover NJ, who has lectured on the porcelain onlay concept and repairs teeth routinely in that manner can be reached at 973-366-3596.