Porcelain crowns blend beauty and strength to rebuild broken, decayed, and damaged teeth
Porcelain and ceramic crowns, like e.max and zirconia crowns, respectively, are often used to restore the health and function of broken, decayed, and worn teeth. Sac Dentist, moreover, also places these restorations for cosmetic purposes. Our dentist, Dr. Steven Phan, always advocates for the strongest, most biocompatible dental restorations that look beautiful and, in many cases, can be indistinguishable in appearance from healthy natural teeth.
What do you mean by restorations?
Serving the great city of Sacramento, California, and the surrounding communities of Carmichael, Fair Oaks, and Roseville, our office utilizes a range of restorations designed to rebuild or replace deteriorated or lost tooth structures. Natural teeth can become damaged due to progressive conditions like tooth decay, gum disease, and natural attrition, as well as traumatic processes like grinding/clenching or accidental physical blows to the mouth. Examples of treatment with restorative dentistry include:
- Dental fillings for small cavitiesÂ
- Dental crowns for larger cavities, cracked teeth, and more
- Fixed dental bridges to replace one to two missing teethÂ
- Removable partial and full dentures to replace many or all of the teeth that are missing in the upper and/or lower arch(es)
- Fixed dental implants to replace a single tooth, a few teeth, or even all of the teeth in the upper and/or lower dental arch(es) in the form of implant-retained dentures
How do you make restorations?
There are nuances depending on the type of restoration that you need. In general, we use high-quality, esthetic, and durable dental materials. When properly applied, these materials are specially shaped to look, feel, and function like natural tooth structures. With crowns, the material is designed to fit on top of the remaining intact and healthy tooth. So, the process starts by removing any decayed/irreversibly damaged tissue. Then, the protective crown prepared to match the natural teeth’ shape, size, and color is cemented or secured on top of the remaining tooth structure.
What makes your crowns so “cosmetic”?
Dr. Phan uses a variety of ceramic and porcelain materials. Dental porcelain, like e.max, is considered very aesthetic and relatively strong. It resists staining well and exhibits translucency similar to natural tooth enamel, so this material is often used for anterior teeth. Dr. Phan also designs and places zirconia crowns, a ceramic crown that boasts unparalleled strength. These restorations may be an appropriate option to restore posterior teeth that bear the sheer brunt of one’s chewing forces. Patients concerned about using metals in their mouths can also rest easier, knowing these materials are 100% metal-free.
Can I afford crowns?
We are very transparent, clear, and fair in our pricing. Porcelain/zirconia crowns at Sac Dentist generally range from $849 to $1,450. Remember that any “medically necessary” procedures (and crowns typically are deemed as such) may be covered up to 50% by your dental insurance plan. CareCredit®or Cherry can be a tremendous help with any out-of-pocket costs. We are proud to be partners with these financing services, and you may qualify for 0% interest financing if the balance treatment is paid for within the promotional period. Lastly, consider the value. Restoring teeth generally costs less than extracting and replacing them with dentures and dental implants.
Furthermore, it should be noted that no artificial tooth replacement is superior in form and function to your natural teeth. We also stand by our work because we use the highest-quality materials and pay exacting attention to detail. For these reasons, our neighbors in Sacramento and the greater Carmichael, CA, area get the most out of their dental work in terms of sheer durability and longevity.
You are likely interested in crowns for a reason. To find out more, schedule your visit by calling us at (916) 999-7830 today.
