Dental Crowns

Dr. Brian Eck is a very competent, efficient. Professional Dentist with extensive experience in handling all types of emergent issues and routine dental care. Staff are also friendly and efficient. Recomend this dental office highly.

- Kathy Hill

5.0 Restoring the Look and Function of Damaged Teeth

At Legacy Dental SA, we work hard to help our San Antonio dentistry patients stay healthy, but even the best in-office and at-home preventive routine can’t protect patients from every oral health concern. When tooth decay or damage occurs, we can offer customized dental crowns, as well as other restorative treatments, to repair damaged smiles and replace missing teeth. If you’re in need of restorative dentistry services, call our team right away to schedule an appointment. We’ll examine your smile, discuss your options, and help you create a plan to fully repair your teeth.

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What is a Dental Crown?

Dental crowns are customized restorations that are made to comfortably and snuggly cover and protect the visible surface of damaged teeth that are above the gumline. They can restore lost dental structure and renew patients’ oral health by helping preserve their natural tooth. Crowns are permanently cemented in place so patients can speak, chew, and smile with complete confidence. We often recommend crowns for patients in some of the following situations:

Repairing a tooth that is severely decayed and damaged.
Covering a large filling.
Strengthen a tooth that had root canal therapy.
Support a fixed bridge to replace missing teeth.
Be retained by a dental implant to replace a missing tooth.
Improve the look and shape of worn-down and discolored teeth.
Repair the shape of a broken tooth in North Central San Antonio.

CEREC Same-Day Crowns

At Legacy Dental SA, our dentists utilize the latest technology that the dental world has to offer, including CEREC computer-assisted design tools and an in-office milling machine. With these, we’re able to drastically cut our patients’ waiting time by crafting customized, high-quality dental crowns in North Central San Antonio in a single appointment. Because everything is completed under our roof to the specifications of our highly experienced dentists, you can expect a precise, accurate, and comfortable dental crown that lasts you for years.

The Process of Getting a Dental Crown

Getting a traditional dental crown require at least two appointments to our office. During the first visit, we will prepare your tooth for the crown by removing a small amount of natural enamel from it. This will allow your dental crown to blend with your smile without protruding from your mouth or affecting your bite. We will then take impressions of your tooth that will be used to make a model to send off to our dental laboratory. We will place a temporary crown to protect your prepared tooth until your permanent one arrives.

Once our dental laboratory sends us your customized crown, we will call you in for your second appointment. After removing your temporary crown, we will cement the customized permanent one to your damaged tooth, restoring its shape, size, and structure.

Benefits of Dental Crowns

Each of our dental crowns is made from high-quality and durable materials that will last you for years with the proper care. Our dentists take the time to match the shape, color, and size of the crown as closely to your natural teeth as possible. That way, once your damaged tooth receives the restoration, it will be virtually indistinguishable and flawlessly blend with your smile.

Damaged teeth can make it difficult to chew food, which is why you’ll notice that with a dental crown, you have extra support and will be able to eat all of your favorite snacks and meals. Lastly, with a strong bond and seal over your broken, decayed, or treated tooth, you won’t have to worry about harmful oral bacteria sneaking their way into the fragile inner structure and causing severe issues like tooth infections.

Caring for Restored Teeth After the Procedure

Once your dental crown has been placed, one of our professionals will walk you through how to take care of it at home and extend its lifespan. The good news is, you won’t need to drastically change your daily routine. It’ll just be important to be mindful of bad oral habits and eating foods that could damage your crown, such as ones that are chewy, sticky, and hard. Be sure to brush, floss, and rinse with antibacterial mouthwash every day as well as visit us for your semi-annual checkups and cleanings. During these regular appointments, we’ll be able to examine your crown for any signs of wear-and-tear and make repairs or replacements as necessary.

Cost of Dental Crowns

The cost of dental crowns in North Central San Antonio can vary dramatically based on factors such as the size and material they’re made from. This makes it difficult to estimate a single price without first having an examination completed by one of our dentists. During your appointment, they’ll lay out a treatment plan for you and discuss payment options along with the cost of your restoration.

Dental Crown FAQs

If your tooth is broken, decayed, or even cosmetically imperfect, very few treatments are as perfect at correcting these problems as dental crowns. However, it’s perfectly understandable to have some questions about the finer details of the treatment process and how exactly dental crowns work. That’s why we have gathered and answered this list of dental crown FAQs in North Central San Antonio.

Does It Hurt to Get a Dental Crown?

You shouldn’t experience pain during your crown procedure. Much like getting a filling, local anesthetic will be administered prior to placing your crown. However, you may experience some soreness or discomfort for a few days following your procedure, but this can be mitigated with over-the-counter pain medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

Do Dental Crowns Look Natural?

Yes. By using lifelike materials like ceramic, our dental crowns perfectly resemble natural teeth in virtually every way. We’ll use a shade guide to match the color of your crown with the rest of your pearly whites. Onlookers shouldn’t even be able to tell that your crown isn’t a “real” part of your smile!

Will My Crown Feel Any Different from My Other Teeth?

At first, you might notice that the material feels slightly different form your natural tooth enamel. However, this feeling should subside after a few days, once your mouth gets used to the way the crown feels. Your crown should eventually feel and function just like one of your uncrowned teeth. After enough time has passed, you might not even be able to tell the difference between your crown and the rest of your teeth!

How Long Do Dental Crowns Last?

You can expect your dental crown to last for at least 10-15 years. You can even extend that lifespan by taking proper care of your crown with regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups and cleanings. Make sure to avoid chewing particularly hard or sticky foods with your crowned tooth, as that could dislodge or break your restoration. It also helps to avoid harmful habits like ice chewing, fingernail biting, and teeth grinding. If you grind your teeth while you sleep, we can prescribe a nightguard to prevent your top and bottom teeth from making harmful contact during the night and hurting your crown.

How Much Do Dental Crowns Cost?

The amount you end up paying for a crown could vary based on a few factors, such as which kind of tooth is being restored and whether you opt for a traditional crown vs a CEREC one-day restoration. The good news is that since crowns are considered restorative dentistry, most dental insurance plans will cover a significant portion of the treatment. Our friendly and helpful team will help you maximize your insurance benefits so that you don’t have to pay a cent more than what’s necessary to rebuild your smile.

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