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Dental Crowns and Bridges
Porcelain Dental Crowns and Bridges are fixed prosthesis which are cemented to the tooth structure. That means they can only be removed by the experienced practitioner.
What is a dental crowns?
A dental crowns is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is placed over a tooth. This cap is used to restore shape, size, strength, and improve the tooth’s overall appearance. Dental crowns, once bound into place fully wrap around the entire visible part of a tooth that is at and above the gum line.
When do you need a dental crowns?
Dentists recommend dental crowns when a patient has a cracked or chipped tooth. Crowns provide additional coverage, protection, and strength to teeth that are cracked, chipped, or splitting. If damage occurs to an implant tooth, a crown offers a quicker and cheaper solution than replacing the entire implant. Although many reasons may lead you to need a dental crown, it ultimately comes down to protecting and strengthening a damaged or unsightly tooth from further harm. If you think you need a dental crown, call us today for a free dental consultation. Our team makes the free consultation the first and most important step in your evaluation process. Call us now and let us help you.
What is a dental bridge?
The material you choose determines the type of dental crown you receive. Dentists typically fabricate crowns from stainless steel, metals such as gold, porcelain fused to metal, all ceramic, or all porcelain. At Avon Dental, our experienced dental team offers the latest ProCeram and Captek porcelain fused to metal crowns. Although today’s market offers many other brands, we believe ProCeram and Captek deliver the best price-to-performance ratio. Their durability, wear resistance, and high-performance matrix give you more use out of your new dental crowns. If you have questions about other crown types, or if you have a broken or cracked crown, call us today — we are happy to help you find the best dental crown for your needs or handle any repairs you require.
How are dental crowns and bridges made?
We begin the process with an initial consultation, where we create a treatment planning checklist and follow up with a mock-up if needed. After your initial visit, we schedule a follow-up appointment to prepare your tooth. We reduce the tooth in all dimensions so that the dental crown or bridge fits perfectly. We then take an impression, select the appropriate tooth shade, and send both to our laboratory for fabrication. Our laboratory takes 2–3 weeks to fabricate your dental crown or bridge. In the meantime, we place a temporary dental crown over the reduced tooth to protect it from damage. At your final appointment, once your dental crown or bridge is ready, we remove the temporary crown and permanently cement the final restoration into place. We strongly recommend a follow-up visit to review the completed treatment, confirm proper adhesion, and ensure your total oral health.
FAQ’s About Dental Crowns
How long does a dental crown last?
Most dental crowns last 10–15 years, and many can last 20+ years with good care. The lifespan depends on brushing, flossing, grinding habits, and how much pressure the crown takes from chewing.
Does getting a crown hurt?
Getting a crown is usually not painful. Your dentist will numb the area, so you should feel pressure but not pain. Afterward, mild soreness or sensitivity is normal for a few days, but it typically goes away quickly.
What’s the difference between a crown and a filling?
A filling repairs a small area of damage, like a cavity. A crown covers the entire tooth, protecting it when it’s cracked, weakened, or has a large filling already. Crowns are often recommended when a tooth needs extra strength and long-term protection.
Can crowns or bridges be done in one day?
Yes — some dental crowns can be completed in a single visit using advanced digital technology.
With same-day crowns (often made with CAD/CAM systems like CEREC), your dentist:
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Scans your tooth digitally (no messy impressions)
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Designs the crown on a computer
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Mills the crown in-office
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Bonds it in place — all in one appointment
When are same-day crowns possible?
Same-day crowns work best when:
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The tooth structure is stable
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There’s no complex root or gum issue
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A standard ceramic crown is appropriate
When might it take two visits?
Traditional crowns may still require:
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Lab fabrication
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Complex cases (large damage, multiple crowns, cosmetic matching)
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Temporary crown placement while waiting for the final one
Are there age restrictions for dental crowns?
There isn’t a strict age limit — but it depends on the patient’s dental development.
👶 Children & Teens
Crowns can be placed on children’s teeth (including baby teeth) when needed for:
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Severe decay
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Large fractures
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After a pulpotomy (baby root canal)
However, for permanent cosmetic crowns, dentists usually wait until:
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The tooth is fully developed
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Jaw growth is mostly complete (often late teens)
👨🦳 Adults & Seniors
There is no upper age limit for crowns. As long as the tooth and surrounding bone are healthy enough to support one, crowns can be done at almost any age.
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