Dental Crowns – Jupiter, FL

Why Choose Jupiter Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry for Dental Crowns?

• CEREC Same-Day Crowns Available
• Beautiful Tooth-Colored Materials
• In-Network with Several Popular Dental Insurance Plans

What is a Dental Crown?

Dental crowns are also referred to as caps for your teeth. The size, shape, and fit of each crown are carefully customized according to the tooth being repaired. When the crown is used to cover the tooth, it will help the remaining dental structure function normally again while also preventing the damage from growing any worse. The crowns at our office are made out of tooth-colored materials that can be shaded to match the appearance of your smile.

You might need to get a dental crown if:

• You have a tooth that was severely damaged in an accident.
• Your tooth has been badly weakened and is in danger of breaking.
• Your tooth is suffering from extensive decay.
• Your tooth is noticeably misshapen or discolored.

Dental crowns can also play a role in replacing missing teeth. Two crowns can hold a dental bridge in place, and a single crown can be anchored to a dental implant post.

The Dental Crown Process 

The traditional method of getting a dental crown requires at least two appointments. At the first visit, your tooth is prepared before the necessary impressions are captured. Said impressions are used by experts at a separate dental laboratory to create the crown. Once the restoration is finished, you can schedule a second appointment to have it placed on your tooth.

However, our office is proud to offer CEREC crowns, which only require one appointment. After the necessary preparations have been made, your crown will be designed via special software before being created by our in-office milling machine. Many patients prefer CEREC crowns since they save a lot of time and allow them to avoid the inconvenience of a temporary restoration.

The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown

Getting a dental crown means that you will be able to enjoy the following benefits:

• The natural-looking restoration will improve the appearance of the damaged tooth so that you can show off your smile without hesitation.
• The tooth will be protected against further harm and thus will be less likely to need additional dental work later.
• You can expect many years of use out of a well-maintained dental crown. In fact, it’s not unusual for a crown to last 10 to 15 years.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Crowns

How much will you need to pay to have your tooth restored with a dental crown? This is a question that can have multiple answers due to the numerous factors involved; after all, every patient has their own unique situation to account for. Fortunately, our team members are more than happy to put together an estimate for you, and they’ll gladly answer any questions you might have about managing the cost of the dental crown process.

Factors That Affect the Cost of Dental Crowns

When you choose to get a dental crown, the material that it is made from will have a significant influence on the amount that you pay for it. Here at Jupiter Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry, we favor crowns that consist of natural-looking tooth-colored materials that can help our patients feel more confident about showing off their grins.

Another factor to consider is the severity of the damage. Sometimes you might need to make room in your budget for more than one dental crown. On top of that, the crown may be part of a larger treatment that you’ll also need to pay for. As an example, you might require a crown if you just had a root canal treatment performed.

There is also the matter of the method used to make your crown. Traditionally, crowns are made in a laboratory, but our office is able to offer CEREC crowns, which can be created in-office thanks to our state-of-the-art milling machine. A CEREC crown may carry a different price tag than a traditional one.

One last thing to note about dental crowns is that going with the cheapest option isn’t always the best choice. A crown made out of quality materials may cost more upfront, but you can also expect to get more years of use out of it.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Crowns?

Medically necessary crowns, such as those used to repair badly damaged teeth, are typically covered by dental insurance. Oftentimes, your insurance company will pay around half the cost of the restoration. That said, it’s best not to make any assumptions about your coverage. Be sure to review your dental insurance plan to confirm how much you can expect it to pay for a crown. We want to help you save as much money as possible on your care, so feel free to speak to our team if you have any insurance-related questions.

Options for Making Dental Crowns Affordable

Dental insurance is probably the option that leaps to mind immediately when it comes to making it easier to pay for dental work. However, you can also sign up for a budget-friendly financing plan with little or no interest. Additionally, our practice offers an In-House Dental Savings Plan, which lets you enjoy more affordable dental services but doesn’t come with deductibles or any of the other pitfalls related to traditional insurance.