Decayed or otherwise damaged teeth can interfere with chewing and speaking, causing pain and making you feel self-conscious.
At Cary Prosthodontics, Our team can restore the appearance and function of your smile with a dental crown.
So, why should you choose our top-rated dental office serving Raleigh and Cary, NC?
Porcelain Crowns Can
REBUILD YOUR TOOTH AND RESTORE YOUR SMILE
Comprehensive Coverage
Dental crowns can treat a range of issues such as damaged teeth or cosmetic imperfections, making them a reliable and long-term solution for your oral health. Paired with dental implants, crowns can even replace missing teeth.
Restored Oral Health
After treating your tooth, our dentists can place a crown to protect it against further damage. In many cases, a permanent crown can prevent the need for a tooth extraction.
A Trusted Solution
Our crowns are crafted from strong medical-grade materials such as porcelain, zirconia, and gold, which can withstand the normal forces produced by biting and chewing. If cared for properly, dental crowns can last up to a decade or more.
Natural-Looking Results
Our practice in Cary, NC, use advanced techniques and materials to craft crowns that both look and feel natural. Our dentists can carefully match the color of your crown to surrounding teeth so it blends seamlessly into your smile.
Let's take a closer look at the dental crown procedure...
Visit Our Top-Rated Office
Are you looking for a dental practice you can trust to provide high-quality care? Our office is regularly rated five stars for the professional and friendly care we provide to our patients. To meet with one of our dentists and start your dental crown process, fill out our online form to request your consultation. You can also contact us by calling our office, serving Cary and Raleigh, NC, at:
Dental Crowns
ADDRESS COSMETIC AND ORAL HEALTH ISSUES
Dental Decay or Trauma
Left untreated, certain concerns may not be remedied with dental fillings. For teeth weakened by substantial tooth decay or damage, our dentists can place a crown to provide strength and support.
Root Canal Infection
When decay affects the inner portion of a tooth, a root canal procedure can remove the infection. Typically, your dentist will recommend placing a dental crown to protect the tooth afterward.
Cosmetic Imperfections
Replacing Missing Teeth with Dental Crowns
Using the Latest Tools
TO ACHIEVE THE BEST RESULTS
Our team use cutting-edge dentistry and advanced technology whenever possible to provide high-quality, well-fitting restorations. Our Cary office is equipped with:
- State-of-the-art software
- Digital x-rays
- 3-D CT scanner
- In-office milling machine
- Primescan™ intraoral scanner
These tools allow us to provide you with the most accurate diagnosis, detailed planning, and personalized results. We can also greatly reduce the amount of time required to receive your crown with our in-office milling machine.
Worried about Cost?
FINANCING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
Our dental team understands that the cost of dentistry can be overwhelming. Whether you are interested in a porcelain, zirconia, or gold crown, we’re committed to helping patients afford the care they want and need. Insurance should cover a portion, if not all, of your treatment, and we work hard to maximize your coverage.
Some patients will still incur out-of-pocket costs so we also accept flexible financing. We work with a number of third-party lending companies such as CareCredit®, Lending Club, and Green Sky® to make treatment more accessible for all. If you have any questions regarding the process, we’re more than happy to walk you through it.
What to Expect during Treatment
Most crowns can be designed, fabricated, and placed all in one visit.
Consultation
Preparation
Once any decayed portions have been removed, your dentist will carefully file down the tooth
to reshape it to an appropriate size for your dental crown.
Impressions
Next, we will take digital impressions of your tooth using an intraoral camera. The impressions
are then sent to our on-site milling machine.
Fabrication
Placement
Once the crown is ready, the dentist places it over the tooth and makes sure it is a comfortable
fit. The crown is then secured to the tooth with dental cement to complete the process.
Do I Qualify for a Dental Crown?
Sufficient Tissue
In some cases, a tooth that has been badly damaged or has severe decay may be too weak to support a crown. We may recommend extracting the tooth and replacing it with an implant-supported crown for reliable results that will last decades.
Good Oral Health
Patients must be in good oral health to be approved for a dental crown. Any signs of decay in the tooth or gum disease must be addressed before beginning treatment.
Porcelain Crowns
MAY NOT BE THE BEST SOLUTION FOR EVERY PATIENT
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Dental Crown FAQ
Is dental crown treatment painful?
Despite common misconceptions, dental crown treatment is relativity easy and pain-free. The procedure is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling. If you get nervous around dental work or suffer from high sensitivity, we can help you feel more at ease with sedation dentistry.
Will my dental crown be noticeable when I smile?
Our practice crafts dental crowns and other tooth restorations out of materials that closely resemble natural tooth enamel. Porcelain crowns provide some of the most realistic results and typically look no different from adjacent natural teeth. If you have concerns about the color, translucency, or other aesthetic properties of your crown, please talk to our dentists and we will make sure to tailor the design to your preferences.
Will insurance cover my dental crown?
Dental procedures generally fall into two different categories: cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. Restorative dentistry consists of treatments that affect your oral health and physical comfort. If you get a crown for restorative purposes, insurance generally covers part of the costs. If you are getting a crown to fix cosmetic problems, on the other hand, your treatment will likely not be covered.
How do I maintain my crown?
You should care for your crown much like you care for your real teeth. Brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush twice daily and floss at least once a day. While crowns are highly durable, they can sustain damage under extreme pressure, so avoid chewing ice and hard candy. If you have any questions about maintenance, please send us a message and we will be happy to assist you.
Cary Prosthodontics
- American College of Prosthodontics (ACP)
- Academy of Osseointegration (AO)
- International Team for Implantology (ITI)
The Proof is in Our patients
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