DENTAL CROWNS IN HOUSTON, TX

Getting dental crowns in Houston can help restore the aesthetic beauty, strength, and functionality of an impaired tooth. Crowns have been around for decades in various forms such as wood or gold, but the ones that are placed today are made of durable porcelain or composite resin, so they better resemble natural teeth.

Your Houston dentist may recommend a dental crown in these situations: 

• A tooth treated with root canal therapy
• A restoration for a dental implant
• If a tooth has been decayed
• A tooth that has been fractured
• A damaged tooth that fillings cant repair

Dental crown procedure

The application procedure is completed in two in-house visits. During the initial stage, the tooth is prepared for placement of the crown. The affected tooth is cleaned and reshaped under local anesthesia. A 3-D image is created of the tooth using CEREC equipment. This is how the final crown is made. Once the milling process is finished, the cap is fixed in place and polished. At Antoine Dental Center, tooth crowns are not reserved only for royalty. All of our patients can receive tooth repair fit for a king, using state-of-the-art CEREC technology. In one visit we can create durable and attractive dental crowns that restore the strength, health and stability of imperfect teeth.

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Getting a dental crown

Dental crowns, or a tooth cap, can repair your smile both cosmetically and restoratively. For restoration, a crown will restore strength to a tooth weakened by decay, damage or root canal therapy. A severely cracked or broken tooth cannot be repaired with a traditional filling. There is often not enough healthy enamel left to place a filling, therefore, the material is not as strong as a crown. In this situation, a dental crown can be crafted to fill in the missing structure and add strength.

Lost tooth or teeth

TOOTH EXTRACTION IS ALWAYS THE LAST RESORT. A healthy jaw requires teeth for stability and structure. A lost tooth or teeth leave space in the mouth and a gap in the jaw bone where roots are missing. The empty bone eventually deteriorates when it is not supporting a tooth root. A dental crown will usually cover the root or cap a tooth that has been treated with root canal therapy, to encourage the bone to thrive. Tooth crowns are also placed over dental implant posts. The crown is the visible prosthetic that serves as a replacement tooth. Here, a dental crown supports both the bone and surrounding teeth.

Caps for cosmetic repair

In cosmetic dentistry, tooth caps are used to restore beautiful smiles, broken, misshapen, badly discolored, cracked, or chipped teeth can be enhanced with dental crowns. Cosmetic crowns are most commonly used for the following purposes:

Repairing a damaged tooth

• Covering enamel loss resulting from bruxism
• Masking tooth discoloration that cannot be corrected with teeth bleaching
• Reinforcing a weakened tooth after root canal treatment
• Protecting and strengthening a severely decayed tooth repaired with a large filling
• Halting the spread of further decay
• Fixing a tooth that cannot withstand composite bonding

How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost in Houston?

The cost of dental crowns in Houston, TX can vary widely depending on several factors. Each case is unique, and the price of your crown will depend on things like the location of the tooth being treated, the materials used, and the complexity of the procedure. Additional treatments required before placing the crown may also impact the overall cost.

At Antoine Dental Center, we offer a range of options to fit your needs and ensure that you receive the best care for your smile. We are committed to providing affordable, high-quality dental crowns tailored to your specific situation.

Does dental insurance pay for crowns?

Most dental insurance plans provide a yearly amount of maximum coverage for dental procedures. The type of insurance plan you have will determine whether you are covered for the full amount of your treatment or not.

Can a dental crown be repaired if it becomes damaged or chipped?

A damaged crown is like an unsightly dent in the tooth. Chipping can happen when the crown has been broken. A damaged crown may be too big to replace.

Dental crowns are made of porcelain or metal and are usually designed to be very durable. They have two parts – the crown (which holds the tooth in place) and the post (which hold the surrounding area of teeth).

Although dental crowns are highly durable, they can sometimes be cracked or chipped by accident. This is generally a cosmetic issue that will not require replacement.

Dental repairs such as this can often be done with the help of a bonding material. This type of material is typically used for cosmetic purposes only. It is usually an acrylic material that is used to repair cracks that can occur.

If the dental crown has been damaged by a chip, it can usually be repaired by either replacing the crown or bonding it to a new one. It is important to note that there is no real way to tell when a crown may need repair. However, it is highly recommended that crowns are inspected on a regular basis.

Can I glue a dental crown back on?

It is NOT recommended to glue a dental crown at home with over-the-counter products. It is best to schedule an appointment with the doctor who completed your treatment, so that your crown can be reaffixed with safe, reliable products.

What is the difference between a crown and a bridge?

A crown is used to repair a broken or damaged tooth without needing to remove the tooth or having to replace it with an implant. A crown is also used to restore your natural tooth and prevent further damage or decay.

On the other hand, a dental bridge is a restoration that uses crowns attached to pontics, or false teeth, to replace missing teeth. It requires healthy teeth on either side of the gap or dental implants to serve as abutments, which support the bridge.

Improve your smile

If you would like to improve your smile, contact us at 713-955-0263 to schedule your appointment for dental crowns in Houston.