A dental crown covers a damaged tooth, restoring its strength, shape, and function. At Eternal Dentistry, every crown is custom-fitted to protect your tooth for years to come.
A tooth that’s cracked, badly decayed, or weakened by a large filling can’t always be repaired with another filling. At some point, the tooth needs more structural support than a patch can provide. That’s where dental crowns come in, and they’re one of the restorative dentistry treatments we offer at Eternal Dentistry to protect a tooth rather than lose it.
A crown is a meaningful investment in your tooth, and it’s built to last. According to the Cleveland Clinic, crowns typically last 5 to 15 years with proper care, and good home habits can help yours last longer.
Placing a crown usually takes two visits. First, we prepare the tooth and take a digital scan so we can make a custom crown that matches your bite and surrounding teeth. You’ll return to have the permanent one placed and adjusted for a comfortable fit.
Crowns solve a range of problems beyond just a large cavity. Here’s when we typically recommend one:
A crown that doesn’t fit right can cause discomfort or wear unevenly over time, so getting the fit correct matters as much as the material itself.
Our team takes the time to carefully check your bite before finalizing your crown. Dr. Syed Ahsan Raza treats every crown placement with that same attention to detail, since a well-fitted crown protects your tooth for years, not just months.
If a tooth has been bothering you or a filling isn’t holding up the way it used to, it’s worth having it evaluated sooner rather than later.
Have questions about dental crowns at Eternal Dentistry? Here are answers to what patients ask most.
The procedure is done with local anesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel pain during placement. Some sensitivity is normal for a short time afterward.
Temporary crowns are meant to last just a few weeks, until your permanent crown is ready. We’ll let you know what to avoid in the meantime to keep it in place.
Insurance often covers crowns, at least in part, when medically necessary. We can walk through what applies to your specific plan.
Good brushing and flossing habits, regular checkups, and avoiding hard foods like ice or hard candy all help extend the life of your crown.
