Dental Crown

What is a dental crown?

An oral crown, or dental crown, is a cap placed over your tooth to restore the appearance and function of your natural tooth. The oral crown will cover the entirety of the visible portion of your tooth.

Why do I need a crown?

Between structural, restorative repairs, and cosmetic enhancements, crowns are versatile appliances that seamlessly enhance the function and appearance of your smile. We use a dental crown to:

• Attach a bridge
• Protect weak tooth
• Restore broken tooth
• Cover dental implant
• Cover a misshapen or discolored tooth
• Cover a tooth after root canal treatment
• Replace a filling when there’s not enough tooth left

What to expect while getting a crown?

Oral crowns generally take two dental visits to place. During your first visit, our dentists will prepare your tooth by removing any decay, if any, and enough tooth structure to ensure that the crown will fit snugly over the tooth. We will then take an impression of the tooth to send to the lab so that your crown can be custom made for you. While your crown is getting built in the lab, we will fit you with a temporary crown.

Once your El Paso dentist receives your crown back from the lab, you will come back into the office and have your crown permanently placed. Since the purpose of the dental crown is to strengthen your tooth and restore its natural-looking appearance, our dentists will work closely with you to ensure that the color of your crown matches the rest of your teeth so that the crown blends in seamlessly with the rest of your teeth.

How much do oral crowns cost?

Dental crowns aren’t the most cost-effective restorative appliances, but the functionality that they give you with the cosmetic appearance is usually well worth the investment for patients. Additionally, dental insurance typically contributes to the cost of oral crowns. At Bliss Family Dentistry, we understand how important it is to get the dental care you need at a price you can afford. If you would like to know more about your financing options, talk to our billing staff.

If you want to learn more about how an oral crown can give you your best smile, call our office today or fill out our contact form to schedule your appointment!