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Don't Delay Dental Treatment

If you are experiencing dental pain, swelling, or other symptoms of a problem, contact a dentist immediately. The sooner we see you, the more likely we can place a dental crown and save your natural tooth. Waiting can cause an infection to spread or the tooth to fall out on its own. Fortunately, we provide emergency dental care to get you the help you need without delay.

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Quality and Convenience Our CEREC Machine Makes It Easy for Patients

Historically, getting a dental crown would require at least two office visits: the first to take an impression of the teeth and the second to place the crown. However, thanks to the revolutionary CEREC® technology, we complete both steps in a single visit.

Get your crowns in an hour or less; a mere fraction of the time it would take a lab.
No temporary crowns, downtime, or follow-up visits.
Since we oversee every step of the process, we can ensure the finished product is up to our high-quality standards.

Amazing Results Designed to Last Why Patients Turn to Our Boston Office for Dental Crowns

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Did you know our high-tech dental office in Boston, MA, can perform crown treatment in a single appointment? That is correct. If you reside in the greater Boston, MA, area and need a dental crown we offer the most convenient and high-quality dentistry possible. Using advanced CEREC® CAD/CAM technology, we can design and place your crown on the same day, saving you multiple trips to the dentist.

In addition to being a noted prosthodontist, Dr. James Stein is highly skilled in the use of CAD/CAM technology and has published and lectured on this sophisticated technique.

To schedule an initial consultation with our prosthodontist, whose training far exceeds that of a typical dentist, please contact our practice today. You can send us a message online or call us at:

(617) 227-6076

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Treatment room — Our Boston practice offers quality dental care in a state-of-the-art facility. Our proven, advanced technologies and efficient system help ensure your dental crown is both beautiful and durable.

What Patients Say About Our Boston Practice

Have been going for almost a decade and couldn't recommend more! Best dentist around.

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Dr. James was very kind made me feel very comfortable. His staff was very accommodating.

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A Closer Look at Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a porcelain restoration that encapsulates a damaged tooth. Shaped and colored like natural teeth, they restore the functionality and appearance of teeth that have been affected by decay, disease, or trauma. Your dentist will first address the underlying health problem concerning the tooth and then bond your custom crown over the outer layer of enamel.

Crowns Address Many Common Dental Issues

Badly Decayed or Damaged Teeth

If a large cavity, crack, or injury has significantly damaged your tooth, a crown can strengthen its structure.

Root Canal Infection

When you undergo treatment for a root canal infection, your dentist will typically cap the tooth with a crown for reinforcement.

Cosmetic Imperfections

Some large cosmetic flaws like cracks, worn enamel, and intrinsic discoloration, require the extensive coverage of a crown.

Missing or Extracted Teeth

If you have missing teeth due to severe decay or gum disease, a crown supported by a dental implant will replace the entire tooth structure.

What To Expect During Treatment

Take a look at the streamlined same-day crown procedure at our Boston practice:

You can avoid temporary crowns and multiple office visits with state-of-the-art same-day crown treatment.

Tooth Prep

Just like a dentist, our prosthodontist begins by addressing the cavity, infection, or other health problem that has compromised your tooth. This may require a root canal to extract bacteria from the tooth's inner chamber. Then we reshape the outer layer of enamel to remove decayed portions of the tooth and create space for your crown.

Impressions

After the tooth has been reshaped, we will take CEREC digital impressions. Your dentist uses these 3D scans to design your crown to fit the precise dimensions of your tooth. Rather than send your impressions to a dental lab and fit you with a temporary crown, the designs go right to our in-house milling machine to begin production.

Milling

The CEREC machine carves your crown from a solid block of ceramic. Your dentist will carefully choose the shade of ceramic to match the color of your natural tooth enamel.

Restoration

Once production is complete (the process typically takes less than an hour), we will check the fit and make any necessary adjustments. Finally, we secure the crown to your tooth with special dental cement. After it has been placed, the crown functions and looks just like a natural tooth and preserves the natural tooth structure underneath.

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What About Implant-Supported Crowns?

It is important to understand that implant dentistry is much more complex than traditional dental crown treatment. When you replace a missing tooth with a dental implant, you will first undergo a surgical procedure at our Boston practice. Over the course of several months, the implant fuses with the jawbone and becomes a permanent part of your oral anatomy. Once you recover, we will attach a premium porcelain dental crown to your implant to complete your treatment.

The advantage of an implant-supported crown is that it replaces the entire missing tooth, including the root. Doing this promotes stimulation of the jaw, signaling it to grow bone and avoid the bone loss caused by a missing tooth.

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Are There Any Benefits to Lab-Made Crowns? Considering All Your Options

At the dental practice of Dr. James M. Stein, we believe that an informed patient is a happy patient. So we take every measure to ensure that our patients are well-educated about their treatment options. While CEREC crowns are undoubtedly the most convenient, there are also advantages to choosing a traditional lab-made crown.

If you are interested in a material other than ceramic, the lab can craft your crown from a wide range of alternatives including pure porcelain and porcelain fused to metal. Since they are made by hand, the aesthetics tend to be slightly more realistic, and a good option for highly visible front teeth.

Of course, what is best for one patient is not necessarily the same for the next. Our job is to answer your questions and help you select the best treatment plan for your needs.

Dental team — The team at James M. Stein, DMD, has the advanced skills and technology to provide whatever restorative dentistry you need, from a single tooth to a full mouth reconstruction that restores your bite and gives you a beautiful smile.

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More High Praise For Dr. Stein and His Team

When it comes to the dentist, I have a lot of anxiety due to previous experiences but Dr. Stein was patient and made sure I was comfortable at all times and thorough with his explanations. He took the time to make sure my bite was comfortable afterwards. I cannot recommend him enough! Hopefully I won’t need any more dental work but definitely coming back if I have to!

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Dear Doctor Stein and team, I wanted to express my gratitude in taking the time to assess my situation with your fellow colleagues and team members in helping me regain the confidence in my smile. Your skill and compassion have truly made a difference in my recovery journey. Sincerely, Roberta Russo

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