Your smile is your signature, and sometimes it needs a little extra support to keep shining. Whether you’re dealing with a damaged tooth, an old filling that’s worn down, or you just want to bring strength and beauty back to a weakened area, dental crowns can help. At our Brooklyn office, Dr. Rodney blends precision dentistry with an artistic eye—offering crowns that not only restore function but look and feel beautifully natural. Patients love how seamless the experience is—and how confidently they smile afterward.
Curious about what to expect? Here's a brief overview:
We’ll start with a comprehensive exam to determine if a crown is the best fit. Using digital imaging, Dr. Rodney will take a close look at the tooth’s structure, assess any damage, and walk you through all your options. You’ll be part of every decision.
The tooth is carefully reshaped to make room for your new crown. We make comfort a priority—most patients say the prep process is much easier than they expected. You’ll leave this visit with a temporary crown that keeps your smile protected while your custom crown is crafted.
We work with top-tier labs to create crowns that meet our exacting standards. Each crown is custom-made to match your bite, tooth shape, and natural color—so it fits in seamlessly with your smile.
Once your crown is ready, you’ll return to have it placed. We’ll check the fit, color, and comfort, adjusting as needed to ensure it’s just right. Then, it’s bonded securely in place. You’ll be able to chew normally, often that same day.
Dr. Rodney and the team will check in on your progress and give you tips on how to keep your crown in great shape. For most patients, it just becomes part of their daily smile routine—with no special care needed.
Your questions, answered.
Not at all. We use local anesthetic to keep you completely comfortable during the procedure, and many patients are surprised at how easy it feels. After the numbing wears off, some minor soreness is normal—but it fades quickly and can be managed with over-the-counter medication.
We primarily use porcelain and ceramic crowns because they look most like natural teeth. However, some crowns (especially for back molars) may be reinforced with zirconia or metal for extra strength. Dr. Rodney will walk you through your options and recommend the best material for your needs.
With good care (brushing, flossing, and regular checkups), most crowns last 10 to 15 years or longer. Avoiding things like ice chewing or using your teeth to open packages can help prolong your crown’s life. We’ll keep an eye on it during your regular visits to make sure everything stays in great shape.
Who could ask for more? My visit last night was incredible, to say the least. Dr. Rodney tightened my new custom grills saving me a trip back to where they were made all the way in Brooklyn. In addition to this he filled in 2 cavities and I was lucky enough to get this done without having to be numbed. (Of course he did give me the option but he advised it would not be at all necessary). Mike, the dental assistant was very attentive as usual and listened to my concerns and made me feel very comfortable as he always does. Dr. Pigott entertained my four year old all while this was taking place. He even let her feed the fish which I could hear in the background made her so happy. I drive an hour to this office now that I moved out of Nassau county and I will continue to drive here as I will never ever go anywhere else.
First point of contact, was Catrina (the assistant manager) and Denise (one of the supervisors) they both kept me calm over the phone and were VERY professional with me. I have had, really bad experiences with many dentists prior to this one. They assured me that I would be well taken care of. They did not disappoint! Karen (the assistant) was such a sweetie pie. She talked me through everything while doing my X-Ray. Dr. Rodney is great! I have never received a thorough cleaning in my life. He cleaned my teeth so well; I literally do not know how to act anymore lol. He looked at my X-Ray and went over EVERY problem and listened to ALL of my concerns. He was fast and efficient. The service I received was a cleaning and two fillings. I had a tooth that was very sensitive and gave me headaches. He found a cavity and took it right out. Also gave me something for my sensitive tooth. I Have other appointments and will update this review. :) UPDATE: I received my crown and I absolutely love it! I look forward to fixing more of my teeth with you all! Please come here! They are awesome! I would share pictures but I don’t want to scare anyone with the before lol.
I haven't seen a dentist in 22 years. My experience with Dr. Rodney was simply elegant. The staff members are simply darling and polite. There’s lots of love there. Dr. Rodney explained my process and made exquisite recommendations for my dental care. Larissa explained my process from start to finish on the treatment plan provided. I’m simply elated with the care provided to me. Wonderful Dental Practice.
Who could ask for more? My visit last night was incredible, to say the least. Dr. Rodney tightened my new custom grills saving me a trip back to where they were made all the way in Brooklyn. In addition to this he filled in 2 cavities and I was lucky enough to get this done without having to be numbed. (Of course he did give me the option but he advised it would not be at all necessary). Mike, the dental assistant was very attentive as usual and listened to my concerns and made me feel very comfortable as he always does. Dr. Pigott entertained my four year old all while this was taking place. He even let her feed the fish which I could hear in the background made her so happy. I drive an hour to this office now that I moved out of Nassau county and I will continue to drive here as I will never ever go anywhere else.
First point of contact, was Catrina (the assistant manager) and Denise (one of the supervisors) they both kept me calm over the phone and were VERY professional with me. I have had, really bad experiences with many dentists prior to this one. They assured me that I would be well taken care of. They did not disappoint! Karen (the assistant) was such a sweetie pie. She talked me through everything while doing my X-Ray. Dr. Rodney is great! I have never received a thorough cleaning in my life. He cleaned my teeth so well; I literally do not know how to act anymore lol. He looked at my X-Ray and went over EVERY problem and listened to ALL of my concerns. He was fast and efficient. The service I received was a cleaning and two fillings. I had a tooth that was very sensitive and gave me headaches. He found a cavity and took it right out. Also gave me something for my sensitive tooth. I Have other appointments and will update this review. :) UPDATE: I received my crown and I absolutely love it! I look forward to fixing more of my teeth with you all! Please come here! They are awesome! I would share pictures but I don’t want to scare anyone with the before lol.
I haven't seen a dentist in 22 years. My experience with Dr. Rodney was simply elegant. The staff members are simply darling and polite. There’s lots of love there. Dr. Rodney explained my process and made exquisite recommendations for my dental care. Larissa explained my process from start to finish on the treatment plan provided. I’m simply elated with the care provided to me. Wonderful Dental Practice.