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    Dental Crowns in Pickering

    Dental crowns are a cornerstone of restorative dentistry, offering a reliable and long-lasting solution to strengthen, protect, and enhance the natural appearance of your teeth.
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    Seamless Restorations Designed Just for You

    A dental crown is a custom-crafted “cap” that is placed over a tooth that has been broken, weakened by decay, treated with a root canal, stained, or misshapen. Each crown is individually designed and carefully fitted to blend seamlessly with the natural tone and contour of your surrounding teeth, restoring both function and appearance with results that can last more than 15 years. Crowns are also commonly used to support a dental bridge, complete a dental implant, or address certain cosmetic concerns, making them one of the most versatile solutions in restorative dentistry.

    What Is the Process of Getting a Crown?

    Restoring a damaged tooth with a dental crown is a straightforward process completed comfortably over two appointments.

    Examining and Preparing the Tooth

    Every dental crown procedure begins with a thorough examination of your tooth and surrounding area. Your dentist will carefully assess the condition of your tooth, clean the area, and prepare it for a precise and comfortable fit. If the tooth is broken or significantly damaged by decay, any compromised areas will be gently removed to ensure the crown can effectively protect the tooth from further deterioration.

    Shaping the Crown

    Once your tooth has been prepared, we take a precise impression of your teeth using dental putty. This impression is sent to our lab where your custom, full porcelain crown is carefully crafted to match the natural shape and colour of your surrounding teeth. In the meantime, a temporary crown is fitted to protect your tooth until your next appointment. If you are replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant, we will also take an impression of the implant and surrounding teeth to ensure your custom crown fits seamlessly and comfortably.

    Placing the Crown

    At your second appointment, your temporary crown is carefully removed and replaced with your custom permanent crown. The crown is securely bonded in place using durable dental cement or a discreet hidden screw, ensuring a strong and lasting fit. To complete the process, your dentist will polish your new crown and make any necessary adjustments to ensure it feels comfortable, secure, and perfectly aligned with your bite.

    Cost of Dental Crowns in Pickering

    The out-of-pocket cost for a dental crown can vary widely from patient to patient. With or without an insurance plan a single crown averages out to about $1650 and up. To get your mouth looking and feeling normal again, most people feel that a dental crown is an easy decision but the cost may still give you pause.

    So what goes into determining the cost of a dental crown?
    • The type of crown and the material that is used.
    • The location and complexity of the procedure.
    • The number of crowns that may be required.
    • Combining the crown with other dental appliances like bridges.
    • Supplies and equipment that are required for your specific treatment.

    Remember, no dental practice can provide an accurate quote over the phone. Ultimately, your needs are as unique as your smile. It’s important to speak with a dentist and undergo an oral exam to find out all your treatment options and to receive an accurate quote. If you have dental insurance, we would be happy to supply you with a quote to submit to them so you can find out your out-of-pocket costs before you make a decision.

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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

    Needing a crown after a root canal depends highly on the location of the tooth in the mouth—teeth towards the back of the mouth like molars and premolars are needed more for chewing, and generally require crowns, where incisors or canines which aren't needed for chewing don't always require crowns.
    One difference between a crown vs filling is that a crown is much more durable for teeth with a large biting surface. Repeated pressure from chewing or from habitual clenching can cause fillings on the biting surfaces of molars to chip or come loose. A crown, being a single unbroken surface from gumline to gumline, is designed to take much more force over a longer period of time.
    Dental crowns play two important roles in your mouth. First and foremost, they completely restore the function of your tooth which means you can close your teeth and chew without pain or discomfort or without having to compensate by chewing on one side. Secondarily (but also important!) crowns are designed to blend in with your natural teeth. That means they are coloured and contoured to match your aesthetic. In fact, sometimes people forget altogether which tooth is the crown.
    A post isn’t quite a dental implant (which is surgically implanted in the jaw bone) but it is exactly what it sounds like: a medical-grade post that may be cemented into a prepared root-canal to reinforce the base and core of a dental crown. Dental posts are only used if there isn’t enough healthy tooth left over to reliably hold a crown.
    Depending on the state of your tooth, getting a crown can feel a bit like getting a filling. We take our time to patiently numb the area and then use freezing as necessary so the preparation of your tooth isn’t painful. You may feel a little sensitivity or some soreness in the gums around the tooth for a short period of time following your procedure. If you feel anxious about visiting the dentist, let us know! We would love to put your mind at ease and make your experience as comfortable as possible.
    In most cases, dental crowns can last up to 15 years. However, if they are properly maintained, they can last for 25-30 years.
    A dental crown is maintained just like a natural tooth. Regular brushing and flossing keep your dental crown - and the supporting gum around it - healthy and clean. Regular cleanings and checkups at your dentist are essential to your oral health.

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