Dental Crowns in Tucson, AZ – Tooth Caps and Same-Day Crowns
When a tooth becomes cracked, damaged, or weakened, it can cause discomfort, sensitivity, and difficulty chewing. A dental crown covers the damaged tooth to restore its strength and protect it from further wear or fracture.
Dental crowns are also commonly called tooth caps or dental caps because they cover the visible portion of a damaged tooth and restore its shape, strength, and appearance.
At our Tucson dental office, we design custom dental crowns that match the shape, color, and alignment of your natural teeth. Our dentist evaluates the remaining tooth structure and bite before placing the crown so the restoration fits comfortably and functions like a natural tooth. During your visit, we also review insurance coverage and financing options that may help make crown treatment more manageable.
Types of Dental Crowns & Services We Offer in Tucson
During your consultation, our dentist evaluates your oral health and recommends the crown material that best restores strength, function, and natural appearance.
- Porcelain or Ceramic Crowns
- Metal and Gold Tooth Crowns
- Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) Crowns
- Zirconia Crowns
- Composite Resin Crown
- Same-Day Dental Crowns (CEREC Crowns)
- Specialized Dental Crown Options
- Acrylic & Temporary Crowns
- Pediatric Dental Crowns
- Custom & Cosmetic Crowns
- Dental Crowns for Implants
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(520) 438-6200
899 N Wilmot Rd A2, Tucson, AZ 85711
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Monday & Wednesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday & Thursday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 12 PM
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Our Teeth Crowns Options & Services
Porcelain or Ceramic Crowns
Porcelain and ceramic dental crowns closely resemble natural tooth enamel. Their translucent surface reflects light in a way similar to natural teeth, which makes them a common choice for front teeth restorations.
Our dentist in Tucson often recommends ceramic crowns when appearance is important. These restorations blend naturally with surrounding teeth while restoring strength and normal tooth function.
Metal and Gold Tooth Crowns
Metal and gold crowns are known for their durability and resistance to wear. Because they tolerate strong chewing forces, dentists frequently use them for molars where strength is essential.
These crowns remain one of the most durable options in crown dentistry. Their strength allows them to withstand heavy bite pressure for many years.
Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) Crowns
Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns combine a strong metal base with a porcelain outer layer. The metal structure provides durability, while the porcelain layer improves the restoration’s appearance.
PFM crowns are often recommended when both strength and aesthetics are required, particularly for teeth that need additional structural reinforcement.
Zirconia Crowns
Zirconia crowns are made from a strong ceramic material that provides durability and a natural appearance. These crowns resist fracture and tolerate strong chewing forces.
Our dentist frequently recommends zirconia crowns for both front teeth and molars. Zirconia restorations are also commonly used for dental implants because they provide strong and natural-looking results.
Composite Resin Crown
Composite resin crowns restore the shape and strength of a damaged tooth while preserving more natural tooth structure. Dentists sometimes use these crowns as temporary or cost-effective restorations.
The tooth-colored resin material blends with surrounding teeth, which makes it suitable for short-term restorations or situations where temporary protection is required.
Same-Day Dental Crowns (CEREC Crowns)
Some dental offices offer same-day crowns using digital scanning and chairside milling technology. The dentist scans the prepared tooth and designs the crown digitally before fabricating it during the same visit.
Same-day crowns allow certain patients to receive a permanent ceramic restoration without wearing a temporary crown. Suitability depends on the condition of the tooth and the type of restoration required.
Specialized Dental Crown Options
Some patients require specialised crown solutions depending on their dental condition, age, or cosmetic goals.
Our dentist reviews the tooth condition and recommends the crown option that best restores strength, protection, and appearance.
Acrylic & Temporary Crowns
Most dental crown treatments require two visits. During the first appointment, after preparing the tooth for the crown, we place an acrylic temporary crown.
The temporary crown protects the prepared tooth from sensitivity, bacteria, and damage while the permanent crown is fabricated in the dental laboratory.
Pediatric Dental Crowns
Pediatric dental crowns help protect baby teeth affected by severe cavities or damage. These prefabricated crowns cover the tooth completely and prevent further decay.
They also maintain proper spacing for permanent teeth until the baby tooth naturally falls out.
Custom & Cosmetic Crowns
We also offer dental crowns to improve the appearance of your teeth that are worn, misshapen, or discolored. Cosmetic crowns are customized to match your surrounding teeth and create a balanced smile.
Our dentist commonly uses zirconia or porcelain crowns to restore tooth shape, color, and alignment while maintaining a natural appearance.
Dental Crowns for Implants
At our clinic in Tucson, we use dental crowns frequently to restore dental implants after they have integrated with the jawbone. The crown attaches to the implant through an abutment.
Our dentist designs implant crowns to match surrounding teeth in shape, color, and bite alignment so the implant restoration blends naturally with your smile.
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What is a crown?
Dental Crowns are essentially caps for damaged teeth. tooth cap are used on teeth that are too heavily damaged for a simple filling. Such as large cavities, worn, or even broken teeth.
What are dental crowns made of?
Crowns are made of a variety of materials, though most commonly porcelain, and metal.
The kind of tooth crown that is used is determined by you and your dentist after taking into account desires for appearance, and the needed strength of the tooth.
After the permanent tooth crown is finished which can sometimes take up to a few weeks we will then bring you back in to the office to finish the installation of your crown.
The temporary crown will be removed, and the permanent crown be placed over top the remaining tooth having been shaped to fit exactly.
Crowns do require care just like any other tooth does, they must be brushed and flossed regularly.
Though additionally, care should be taken to avoid excessive abuse such as crunching ice as this can cause your crowns to break depending on the material they have been made from.
Dental Crowns Tucson
Added dental protection, strength and beauty can be achieved by having dental crowns applied at our dental office in Tucson. Crowns are often necessary after a root canal treatment, when a tooth is badly broken, or when large or numerous fillings leave a tooth structurally weak.
You can select from crowns made of several materials such as gold or porcelain-to-gold, porcelain and stainless steel. Full ceramic crowns are also available and they are often selected by our Tucson dental patients because they provide a more natural appearance to your smile.
Our Tucson dentists at wilmot family dentistry can offer the most advanced porcelain crown solutions.
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Dental Crowns Frequently Asked Questions
How long do Dental Crowns last
The average lifespan of a crown in the U.S. is about 10 years, however there are many factors that go into determining the lifespan of a crown.
Does dental insurance cover crowns?
Insurance coverage for dental crowns depends on the specifications of the patient’s dental insurance plan.
What are dental crowns made of?
In our office we use a durable material called zirconia to create our crowns. It is a naturally white material that can easily mimic the natural shade of your teeth and its bio-compatibility ensures its safety in your mouth.
What does a dental crown look like?
Dental crowns are made to look like your natural tooth.
Do dental crowns hurt?
How much dental crown cost?
The price of a dental crown varies depending on your individual dental needs and dental insurance plan.
How does a dental crown work?
How long does a dental crown take?
The procedure to place a crown takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The dentist will take a scan so that the crown fits the exact shape of your tooth, then temporary restoration is used to protect the tooth until the crown is ready. You should take special care of this temporary cap and avoid eating hard or sticky foods to prevent it from cracking. After about two and a half weeks, your dentist will have the crown ready.
Will dental insurance cover crown replacement?
Dental insurance plans will typically have a replacement frequency of five to 10 years, depending on the individual’s plan.
Are dental crowns permanent?
Dental crowns are a permanent “cap” for your tooth, fully enclosing it with a cover made from a durable material called zirconia.
How is a dental crown fitted?
Can a dental crown be removed and replaced?
Yes, and there are a few reasons why removal would be necessary. Recurrent decay, crown material fracture or a void in a previously placed crown are some of the causes.