Restorative & Repair
Dental Crown
Also called: tooth crown, dental cap, cap
A crown is a cap that fits over a whole tooth to protect and rebuild it after a large cavity, a crack, or a root canal. It is shaped and colored to look like a natural tooth. Crowns are usually made of porcelain, ceramic, or metal.
What to expect
- The tooth is shaped, an impression or digital scan is taken, and a crown is made.
- Some offices mill a same-day crown; others fit a temporary while a lab makes the final one.
- The finished crown is cemented in place and adjusted for your bite.
Questions to ask a practice
- Do you offer same-day crowns, or will I need a temporary?
- What material do you recommend for this tooth?
- What is the total cost, and how much does insurance cover?
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Dental Bridge
A fixed replacement that fills the gap of one or more missing teeth using the neighboring teeth for support.
Root Canal
A treatment that removes infected tissue from inside a tooth to save it and stop the pain.