Mark H. Freedman, DDS General, Family, and Cosmetic Dentistry 1023 Pulaski Rd. East Northport, NY 11731 631-261-2880
		We Will Guarantee Your Properly Cared For Crowns How do I care for my new crowns?                     Your new crowns must be kept meticulously clean.  Brush at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and floss at least once.  If your crowns are connected to each other, or are part of a bridge, a floss threader, proxy brush or irrigator is usually needed.   Along with your regular dental check-ups and cleanings, and a low sugar diet, your teeth with crowns should stay healthy, just like your natural teeth.  Of course, anything that can break or chip a natural tooth can break a porcelain crown. Can I get a cavity in my new crown? Yes.  The place at which the crown meets the tooth along the gum line is very susceptible to decay if not properly cleaned.  There is no enamel in this part of the tooth,  just the softer, less decay resistant dentin. So, brushing, flossing and regular cleanings and check-ups are that much more important. How long will my crown last? A well made, properly cared for crown can last indefinitely.  However, there are many things that will shorten the life of a crown.  These include but are not limited to, inadequate home care, missed check-ups and professional cleanings, untreated dental problems spreading to the crown area, chewing on bones, ice cubes, ices, nuts or other similar foods, holding nails, biting wire or thread, opening containers with your teeth, excessive sugar intake, smoking, excessive alcohol use, clenching and grinding your teeth, gum disease, tongue and lip rings, medications and conditions which cause a dry mouth. Many of these problems can be minimized with consistent routine care. For patients committed to properly caring for their new crowns, we are                            pleased to offer the guarantee described below.                                   Our Guarantee For a period of three years, should our crowns, or porcelain veneers, need replacement due to decay or breakage, and the tooth can be saved, we will at no charge to you repair or replace the crown, or veneer with a new restoration. If a porcelain veneer should become decayed to the extent that a crown becomes necessary, the fee you paid for that veneer will be applied towards the crown. If root canal or gum treatment is necessary, additional fees will be required. The above of course, does not apply to problems caused by accidents, trauma or neglect.                                 Your Responsibility To maintain your guarantee: You must have a check-up and cleaning in our office a minimum of  every 6 months, (or 3 or 4 month intervals if recommended due to gum  disease or other degenerative conditions). You must complete in our office, all necessary treatment in the area of your mouth with your new crown, within one year. Gum disease, infection and decay spread from tooth to tooth. You must responsibly maintain your account, and provide us with a minimum of 24 hours notice if you must cancel an appointment.