Crowns and Bridges
At Morris Plains Center for Dentistry, we offer high-quality dental crowns and bridges to restore damaged and missing teeth.
Dr. Bagley uses the latest aesthetic, high-strength materials like zirconia and E-max that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. Unlike older metal-porcelain crowns, these modern materials won't create dark lines at your gumline and are far more resistant to chipping, ensuring your restoration looks beautiful and functions flawlessly for years to come.
What Does a Crown Do?
A dental crown is a custom-made "cap" that completely covers a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Dr. Bagley may recommend a crown for the following reasons:
- Strengthen weakened teeth due to decay or large fillings
- Reinforce a cracked or fractured tooth
- Protect a root-canal-treated tooth
- Restore a severely worn-down tooth
- Enhance the appearance of a misshapen or discolored tooth
- Complete a dental implant
- Support dental bridgework
The Process for a Dental Crown
Getting a crown with Dr. Bagley is a straightforward process:
- Initial Visit — Dr. Bagley examines your tooth and prepares it by removing any decay and shaping it to fit the crown properly.
- Digital Impressions — We take precise digital impressions to create a crown that fits perfectly.
- Temporary Crown — A temporary crown protects your tooth while your final crown is crafted.
- Final Placement — When your custom crown is ready, Dr. Bagley places it, checks your bite, and makes necessary adjustments for comfort and function.
Fill the Gap with a Dental Bridge
Missing teeth aren’t just an aesthetic problem; they can impact your speech and chewing ability and even allow surrounding teeth to shift out of position. A dental bridge is a custom tooth replacement that fills the gap created by one or more missing teeth.
A traditional bridge consists of two crowns (one on each tooth adjacent to the gap) with a replacement tooth or teeth in between. These adjacent teeth, called abutment teeth, provide support for the bridge.
Attention to Detail Means Perfect Results
Dr. Bagley's patient-centered approach means he'll take the time to explain all your treatment options and help you make informed decisions about your dental care. His attention to detail ensures your crown or bridge will fit comfortably and look natural.
Our modern office is equipped with the latest technology to provide efficient, precise treatment in a comfortable environment.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Don’t let broken, decayed, or missing teeth keep you from living your fullest life. Call Morris Plains Center for Dentistry at (973) 644-0088 to schedule an appointment and see if a crown or bridge is right for you. Many patients from Morris Plains, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Denville, and surrounding communities trust Dr. Bagley for their restorative dental needs.
Benefits of Dental Crowns in Morris Plains
Protection and Strength
Natural Appearance
Long-Term Solution
Testimonial
Dr. Bagley himself is excellent and efficient at his work
Dr. Bagley and his team do good work and are very friendly. I hate going to the dentist but they make the experience less nerve-wracking. Dr. Bagley himself is excellent and efficient at his work, and ask all the right questions to make sure you are comfortable or if there is anything wrong. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dentist.
Our Team
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Dr. Joshua Bagley
Dr. Bagley received his Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, where he was inducted into the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society. He then completed advanced dental training as a General Practice Resident at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. Before taking over at Morris Plains Center for Dentistry, he had been practicing comprehensive general dentistry in multiple private practice settings in New York and New Jersey.
Having grown up watching his father run a dental laboratory, Dr. Bagley knew from a young ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Getting a dental crown at our Morris Plains practice is a comfortable, virtually pain-free experience. Dr. Bagley uses effective local anesthesia to ensure you are relaxed and comfortable throughout your procedure.
Our Gentle Approach to Dental Care
Dr. Bagley understands that many patients feel anxious about dental procedures. His gentle chairside manner, combined with his advanced training in modern dental techniques, enables him to work efficiently while prioritizing your comfort at every step. He takes time to ensure you're fully numb before proceeding and will check in with you regularly throughout your appointment.
Comfort Options for a Relaxing Experience
For patients who experience dental anxiety, we offer several comfort-enhancing options:
- Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to help you relax during the procedure
- Noise-canceling headphones to block out dental sounds
- TVs with Netflix to provide a pleasant distraction
- Aromatherapy to create a calming atmosphere
After Your Crown Procedure
After the numbness wears off, you may experience mild sensitivity for a few days. This is normal and typically resolves quickly. Dr. Bagley provides clear aftercare instructions and is available to address any concerns you might have following your procedure.
Many patients throughout Morris Plains, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Denville are surprised by how comfortable the entire crown process can be with Dr. Bagley's patient-centered approach. Call us at (973) 644-0088 to learn more about our comfort-focused dental crown treatments.
Crowns and Bridges Technology
Digital Impressions
Say goodbye to uncomfortable, gag-inducing putty impressions! Our digital scanning technology creates precise 3-D models of your teeth without messy materials. Used for crowns, bridges, clear aligners, and other restorations, digital impressions improve comfort while delivering superior accuracy. This technology reduces appointment time, eliminates retakes, and enables faster fabrication of custom dental work for better-fitting results.
