Perfectly Seamless Tooth Restoration
A dental crown is a custom-made cap placed over a tooth that’s been weakened by decay, damaged, discolored, or treated with a root canal. Designed to match the shape and shade of your natural teeth, crowns offer a durable and natural-looking solution that can last 15 years or more. They’re also used to anchor dental bridges, complete dental implants, or enhance your smile for cosmetic reasons.
What’s the Process of Getting a Crown?
Getting a dental crown usually involves two visits and is a comfortable, routine procedure performed by your dentist.
Exam and Tooth Preparation
It all begins with a detailed dental exam. If the tooth is damaged or decayed, we’ll clean and reshape it to create a strong base for your crown. This step helps restore the tooth and prevent further issues.
Impressions and Temporary Crown
Once the tooth is ready, we’ll take an impression to create your custom porcelain crown. If you’re receiving a crown for a dental implant, we’ll also capture the surrounding area. While your permanent crown is being made, a temporary crown will be placed to protect the tooth.
Fitting Your Permanent Crown
During your second visit, we’ll remove the temporary crown and secure your new one using long-lasting dental cement or a hidden screw. We’ll then polish and adjust the crown to ensure it looks natural and feels comfortable.
Cost of Dental Crowns in Meridian
The cost of a dental crown can vary based on the materials used and the complexity of the procedure. With dental insurance, patients typically pay between $0 and $600 out of pocket. Without insurance, the average cost is around $1,360. For patients enrolled in a Smile Plan, the cost is typically about $825, making it a more affordable option for those without traditional insurance.
To get an accurate estimate tailored to your needs, we recommend scheduling a consultation and exam.
What Affects the Cost of a Dental Crown?
- The crown material (porcelain, ceramic, metal, etc.)
- The location and complexity of the procedure
- The number of crowns needed
- Whether it’s part of a bridge or implant restoration
- The tools, supplies, and lab work involved
While a crown is often a worthwhile investment to restore comfort and function, only a dentist can provide an accurate quote after an exam. We’re happy to prepare an estimate for your insurance provider, so you know your out-of-pocket costs before moving forward.
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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not always—it depends on the tooth’s location. Molars and premolars, which handle most of the chewing, typically need crowns after a root canal to prevent cracking. Front teeth like incisors or canines may not need a crown if they’re structurally sound.
Crowns are often a better option when a tooth has significant damage or wear. Unlike fillings, which can loosen or chip under heavy bite pressure, crowns cover the entire tooth and provide long-lasting strength—especially for molars.
Nope! Modern crowns are designed to match the color and shape of your natural teeth. Most patients can’t even tell which tooth has a crown—it looks and feels just like the real thing.
A dental post is used to reinforce a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy when there’s not enough natural structure left. It’s placed inside the root to support the crown, but it’s different from a dental implant, which is anchored in the jawbone.
The procedure itself shouldn’t hurt. We carefully numb the area, and most patients compare it to getting a filling. Some minor soreness or gum sensitivity afterward is normal and temporary. If you’re feeling nervous, just let us know—we’ll make sure you’re comfortable every step of the way.
With proper care, most dental crowns last 10 to 15 years—but many last even longer, sometimes up to 25–30 years.
Just treat it like a natural tooth. Brush and floss daily, and don’t skip your dental checkups. Keeping your gums and surrounding teeth healthy will help your crown last as long as possible.
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