(386) 734-8585Dental Crowns – DeLand, FL
Natural-Looking Tooth Restorations
If you have a tooth that isn’t as strong as it could be, whether from decay or damage, it can use a little reinforcement. That’s where a dental crown comes in. This dental prosthetic provides your tooth with a strong top portion that not only performs daily tasks, such as chewing and help with articulating in speech, but also gives your teeth a natural, healthy look. Our dental office is proud to offer dental crowns to our DeLand, FL dentistry patients and bring a satisfied smile to their faces.
Uses and Benefits of a Dental Crown
Because it completely covers a tooth or implant, a dental crown can be used in so many situations. As a result, it has many potential benefits, including the following:
- Saving a natural tooth.
- Giving your tooth’s function and strength back.
- Masking any discoloration of the tooth.
- Repairing a decayed tooth that doesn’t have enough healthy structure for filling.
- Fixing a damaged or cracked tooth from an injury.
- Enhancing the appearance and strength of a small or misshapen tooth.
- Holding a weakened tooth together.
- Attaching to a dental implant.
Getting a Dental Crown
When Dr. Cowell identifies a situation where you need a dental crown, he will recommend this treatment to you. Then, the process for placing it goes as follows:
- Cowell will either remove the decayed portions of your tooth or prepare it for the crown.
- We will take impressions of your mouth and create a custom design for your crown to ensure that it fits properly and looks great.
- We will send this information to a dental lab, where your crown will be crafted.
- Before you leave, we will affix a temporary crown.
- When the final product is ready, you’ll return to our dental office so that Dr. Cowell can bond your crown in place.
In just two simple appointments, you could enjoy your smile again!
Understanding the Cost of Dental Crowns
While you may need a dental crown, you’ll want to consider its price first. The final treatment won’t help if it exceeds your budget or “breaks the bank.” Even so, the cost of dental crowns varies by patient; you’ll need to consult Dr. Cowell for a precise estimate. Our team will also work to make your care affordable, guiding you through pricing factors, dental insurance, and more. For further details, please keep reading or call our office soon.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Dental Crowns
Our team will give you an oral exam at your initial consultation. By doing so, we’ll confirm (among other things) the factors that affect your final dental crown’s price. These elements include:
- Severity of Damage – A dental crown costs more when the treated tooth is severely damaged. After all, a slightly chipped area may only need the cap itself; major breaks or cracks may require a root canal first.
- Final Crown Material – Labs can make dental crowns from many materials, ranging from metals like gold and silver to tooth-colored porcelain and EMAX. The final substance used will affect your crown’s price.
- Final Crown Processing – How a dental crown is made also affects its price. The cap often won’t cost that much when it’s milled normally, but one processed with CEREC technology is pricier.
Aside from the points above, note that the cheapest dental crowns aren’t ideal. Their low prices tend to reflect poor quality, so you’re better off aiming higher. You’d do well to consider a more moderately-priced crown, as it’ll look good, feel good, and last many years.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Crowns?
Dental crown placements are major procedures, so dental insurance typically covers them. If deemed medically necessary, many plans will even meet half of a crown’s price. Given these facts, you should take advantage and make the most of your benefits.
Of course, there are exceptions to the points above; dental insurance isn’t all the same. You should confirm the benefits of your plan before you commit to treatment. If you need assistance, our dental team will gladly help you contact your plan provider.
Other Options for Making Dental Crowns Affordable
Whether you have dental insurance or not, dental crowns can be affordable. You should simply rely on our practice’s payment options for some well-timed help! Given the right one, your dental crowns will be more budget-friendly.
In particular, look into our practice’s flexible financing program. We happen to work with CareCredit – a reputable 3rd party financier that’s ready to assist. Through them you could pay for dental crowns in monthly installments with little or no interest.
Clearly, dental crowns don’t have to be overly expensive. Just visit our office, and we’ll make sure your treatment fits your budget, no matter its specifics!
Dental Crown FAQs
Are you preparing for dental crowns in DeLand? If so, you likely have many questions. The process of receiving a customized restoration can evoke some sense of uncertainty if you’re unaware of what to expect. This is why Dr. Cowell and our team are here to provide the answers to some of the most common questions asked by our patients. If you do not see yours listed below, please feel free to call our office to discuss this topic further.
Are dental crowns permanent?
Dental crowns are not permanent restorations. Unfortunately, they are not designed to last forever and do require replacement over time. Typically, an average dental crown can last 10-15 years, depending on how well you take care of your smile. When meeting with Dr. Cowell to discuss your custom restoration, he will go through the process with you, making you aware that once a tooth requires a dental crown, it must be maintained for the remainder of your life. The reason is that the natural tooth must be altered to ensure proper placement of the restoration.
To ensure that you get the most life expectancy out of your crown, make sure to follow the instructions provided to you by our team.
Do dental crowns get cavities?
You’ll be pleased to learn that dental crowns cannot decay over time; however, if you neglect your oral hygiene routine, there is a chance that bacteria can enter and attack the underlying tooth, resulting in decay. Taking care of your dental crown is essential, as you don’t want the seal to break and allow harmful particles to invade. Should you notice any problems with your restoration or feel discomfort, don’t wait to call our office.
Are dental crowns safe for an MRI?
Dr. Cowell uses porcelain dental crowns, which are known to be safe should you need an MRI. However, if you have a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown, this can cause problems when requiring this type of scan. The metal that exists in these crowns can distort the images captured by the MRI. It can also loosen the restoration or damage it.
To make sure your mouth will remain completely safe during an MRI, it’s best to inform the technician so that they can decide whether you should have the scan or not.
What happens if you wait too long to get a dental crown?
It might seem like a panic-worthy situation, but the truth is that a loose or lost dental crown is not something you need to see your dentist on the same day. Waiting a day or two before receiving treatment is fine as long as you do not chew on the side with the lost crown and be careful when biting down. You do not want to further damage your natural tooth, so make sure to go ahead and call our office and alert us to the situation. We’ll provide helpful tips to manage your situation until it's time to see your dentist in DeLand for treatment.