Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns are fixed prosthesis that allow us to modify, create, or restore different features of teeth such as shape, size, color, position, and function. Thus, they can be used to achieve different objectives, such us prosthetic and/or esthetic. Teeth that have been damaged by large caries, abrasions (due to bruxism or the wear through years), fractures, esthetically poor (See also pure porcelain crowns and porcelain veneers), or with large restorations, or crowns with filtrations (old crowns), are indicated for this type of treatment. 

The porcelain used to make the crowns is “VITA 3-D Master” which is a high quality porcelain from Germany that can reproduce any wanted shade of the teeth.

Drs. Pelcman’s Practice has its own dental lab and technicians on-site. This provides  flexibility and also makes it  possible to be in direct contact with the people making the crowns. Working with the best possible materials and quality controls, and with their own highly qualified and talented technicians and doctors, the on-site lab allows Dr. Pelcman to   to provide  the best possible results for crowns and other prosthesis. 

TIP: At Drs. Pelcman’s Practice,  we are aware of the value of your time   and we are staffed and prepared to finish your treatment in  the least time possible (up to 30%less than regular dental offices), but always consistent with the highest professional standards . You will be able to save time and money (spending less in accommodation etc.).

Reaching your Objectives

The treatment with crowns is usually divided into 4 sessions. The treatment presented here is ideal for up to 6 crowns:

1st Appointment: First day (approximately ½ hour). You will meet Dr. Pelcman and staff and get to know the facilities. You will also have a clinical and computerized evaluation of your case.

2nd Appointment: Second day (approximately 3 hours) You will have your teeth prepared in order to receive the crowns. Impressions are taken and temporary crowns are made.

3rd Appointment: Fifth day (approximately ½ hour). Tryout of the structure of the crowns.

4th Appointment (get ready to smile!): Ninth day (approximately 1.5 hours). Cementation of the crowns.

Although an ideal treatment should not take more than approximately 10 days, we recommend  scheduling a 15 day stay.

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Pure Porcelain Crowns

Pure porcelain crowns are, as redundant as it may sound, made of pure porcelain. This carries many advantages such as: less removal of tooth is necessary to install the crown, porcelain is a highly biologically compatible material, and excellent aesthetic results. It allows the dentist to regulate the color, shape, position, and size of the tooth (all to a greater extent than porcelain veneers).
The porcelain used to make the crowns is “VITA 3-D Master”; a high quality porcelain from Germany that can reproduce any wanted shade of the teeth.

Drs. Pelcman’s Practice has its own dental lab and technicians on-site. This provides  flexibility and also makes it  possible to be in direct contact with the people making the crowns. Working with the best possible materials and quality controls, and with their own highly qualified and talented technicians and doctors, the on-site lab allows Dr. Pelcman to   to provide  the best possible results for crowns and other prosthesis.

At Drs. Pelcman’s Practice,  we are aware of the value of your time   and we are staffed and prepared to finish your treatment in  the least time possible (up to 30%less than regular dental offices), but always consistent with the highest professional standards . You will be able to save time and money (spending less in accommodation etc.).  Reaching your Objectives

In order to reach your objectives for dental treatment it is very important to keep in mind that the success of the outcom is related to the following key elements:>

1)Fluent communication with the dentist. A clear and concise communication with the dentist helps to assure the outcome that you are seeking. To help you with this, Dr. Pelcman and key members of his professional staff are fluent in English.

2)Understanding the limitations of the treatment, being realistic about expectations, and having a clear idea of what you want to achieve.

3)Your anatomic features play a role in the treatment. An evaluation by the dentist will determine if you have sufficient bone structure and quality to sustain  the crowns. Grafts and sinus lifts may be performed to make up for the lack of bone structure.  Dr. Pelcman is an expert in such procedures.with many years of experience.

Description of the treatment

This treatment is  applied  as  indicated:
- Aesthetically poor front teeth from bicuspid to bicuspid (when they cannot be corrected using porcelain veneers).
- Favorable occlusion.
- It is contraindicated for patients that grind or clench their teeth.

The treatment with pure porcelain crowns is usually divided into 3 sessions. The treatment presented here is ideal:

1st Appointment: First day. You will meet Dr. Pelcman and staff and get to know the facilities. You will also have a clinical and computerized evaluation of your case.

2nd Appointment: Second day. You will have your teeth prepared in order to receive the crowns. Impressions are taken and temporary crowns are made.

3rd Appointment: Fifth day. Cementation of the crowns.

Although an ideal treatment  takes no more than approximately 10 days, we recommend  a 15 day stay.

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Pure Porcelain Veneers

Get ready for  dazzling smiles.

Porcelain veneers are thin veneers that are cemented on the front of the teeth. They allow you to change the color, shape, and size (to a certain extent) of the teeth with a minimum removal of dental tissue (crowns require a greater loss). This treatment is indicated for esthetically poor teeth, teeth that cannot be whitened by regular ways (porcelain veneers are the only way to whiten your teeth permanently), teeth with gaps, and teeth with an irregular alignment.
The porcelain used to make the veneers is “VITA 3-D Master” which is a high quality porcelain from Germany that can reproduce any wanted shade of the teeth.

Drs. Pelcman’s Practice has its own dental lab and technicians on-site. This provides  flexibility and also makes it  possible to be in direct contact with the people making the crowns. Working with the best possible materials and quality controls, and with their own highly qualified and talented technicians and doctors, the on-site lab allows Dr. Pelcman to   to provide  the best possible results for crowns and other prosthesis.  

At Drs. Pelcman’s Practice,  we are aware of the value of your time   and we are staffed and prepared to finish your treatment in  the least time possible (up to 30%less than regular dental offices), but always consistent with the highest professional standards . You will be able to save time and money (spending less in accommodation etc.)

Reaching your Objectives

In order to reach your objectives for dental treatment it is very important to keep in mind that the success of the outcom is related to the following key elements:

1)  Fluent communication with the dentist. A clear and concise  communication with the dentist helps to assure the outcome that you are seeking. To help you with this, Dr. Pelcman and key members of his professional staff are fluent in English.

2)  Understanding the limitations of the treatment, being realistic about expectations, and having a clear idea of what you want to achieve.

3)  Your anatomic features play a role in the treatment. Pure porcelain veeers are not indicated if the patient has habits like clenching or grinding, and certain occlusal traits. You can make an on-line consultation in order to know if this treatment is applicable to your case. 

Description of the treatment 

The treatment with the veneers is divided into 3 sessions. The treatment presented here is ideal:

1st Appointment: First day (approximately ½ hour). You will meet Dr. Pelcman and staff and get to know the facilities. You will also have a clinical and computerized evaluation of your case.

2nd Appointment: Second day (approximately 3 hours) You will have your teeth prepared in order to receive the veneers. Impressions are taken and temporary veneers are made.

3rd Appointment: Fifth day (approximately 1½ hours). Get ready to smile! Cementation of the veneers.

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Pure porcelain fillings (Inlays and Onlays)

A new generation of restorations.

Porcelain inlays and onlays are fixed restorations that are cemented in the tooth. These are  upgraded types of restorations that have many advantages in comparison to the composites and amalgams. These are ‘indirect’ pure porcelain restorations, this means that they are made in the dental lab where all the details  are  taken care of. The esthetic as well as the functional results are exquisite. The porcelain used to make the crowns is “VITA 3-D Master” which is a high quality porcelain from Germany that can reproduce any wanted shade of the teeth.

Drs. Pelcman’s Practice thas    its own dental lab and technicians on-site. This provides  flexibility and also makes it  possible to be in direct contact with the people making the crowns. Working with the best possible materials and quality controls, and with their own highly qualified and talented technicians and doctors, the on-site lab allows Dr. Pelcman to   to provide  the best possible results for crowns and other prosthesis.

At Drs. Pelcman’s Practice,  we are aware of the value of your time   and we are staffed and prepared to finish your treatment in  the least time possible (up to 30%less than regular dental offices), but always consistent with the highest professional standards . You will be able to save time and money (spending less in accommodation etc.).

Reaching your Objectives

In order to reach your objectives for dental treatment it is very important to keep in mind that the success of the outcom is related to the following key elements:

1)  Fluent communication with the dentist. A clear and concise  communication with the dentist helps to assure the outcome that you are seeking. To help you with this, Dr. Pelcman and key members of his professional staff are fluent in English.

2)  Understanding the limitations of the treatment, being realistic about expectations, and having a clear idea of what you want to achieve.

3)  Your anatomic features play a role in the treatment. An evaluation by the dentist is necessary.

Description of the treatment

Although amalgams have proven to have a high durability through time, they are not aesthetic. In contrast,  composite resins are aesthetic, however they are not  resistant through time and they have to be frequently changed by the dentist (this causes a small loss of dental tissue, an economic burden, and a loss of time in each change). Porcelain inlays and onlays  gather all the pros from amalgams and composites (durability and aesthetics), plus they are less porous (this means that they won’t shelter bacteria), they present color stability, and they are biologically compatible.
The treatment with the porcelain inlays and onlays is divided into 3 sessions. The treatment presented here is ideal:

1st Appointment (approximately ½ hour): You will meet Dr. Pelcman and staff and get to know the facilities. You will also have a clinical and computerized evaluation of your case.

2nd Appointment (approximately 1 hour): The old restoration is removed and the  tooth  is prepared in order to receive the porcelain restoration. According to the preparation, the restoration will be called an inlay, when the restoration fits in the tooth, or an onlay, when the restoration fits in the tooth and covers the surface of the cusps. Impressions are taken.

3rd Appointment: Fifth day (approximately 1½ hours). Cementation of the inlays. Enjoy an upgraded denture!

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