A severely damaged tooth can leave you unable to chew and speak properly, but a dental crown will let it continue to function normally. At Saginaw Dental, the crowns that Dr. Renkuntla provide are made out of durable materials that can be shaded to resemble your natural teeth as closely as possible; there’ll be no need for metal materials that draw unwanted attention whenever you smile. If you need quality tooth repair in the near future, call our office today!
Crowns are often used to repair major cracks and fractures, but they’re also recommended for severe decay. Candidates for dental crowns have at least one tooth that is too badly damaged for a filling. Said tooth still needs to have enough natural structure remaining to support the crown; if too much of the tooth has been broken off, we may need to consider an extraction instead.
We may also give you a crown in the following situations:
After we’ve examined the tooth, we’ll trim it down slightly so that there’s enough room for the crown to be placed. We can then create an impression of your mouth and give you a temporary crown to keep your tooth safe. The impression is sent to a dental lab where experts will create a unique, beautiful restoration over the course of several weeks. Once it’s ready, you’ll simply return to our office so that we can permanently cement it in place.
Your crown will eventually need to be replaced, but you can hold on to it for many years with proper maintenance. Avoid biting down on peppermints, fingernails, and other hard objects that could wear down or break the restoration. Also, don’t forget to brush, floss, and rinse twice daily; crowns can’t develop cavities, but the teeth they rest on are still vulnerable to decay. During your regular checkups, Dr. Renkuntla can check your crown for damage and make any necessary adjustments or repairs.
It’s perfectly normal to wonder how much your dental crown will cost even if you know it is the best way to restore your tooth and preserve your oral health. While it’s difficult to offer a proper cost estimate until we’ve seen you at our Saginaw office for your consultation, this brief guide can give you a better idea of what to expect. Investing in a dental crown may prevent a host of oral health problems that are costly to treat, and it’s important to remember that the confidence well-shaped teeth can provide is priceless.
A few important factors that determine most of the cost of a dental crown include:
When considering dental crowns, it’s important to understand that you can expect to get what you pay for. A cheap restoration may not last long and can leave the tooth vulnerable to injury and infection. High-quality crowns from Saginaw Dental are the best way to ensure that your smile stays healthy and beautiful.
Most dental insurance plans consider dental crowns to be necessary restorative appliances if they are used to rebuild teeth after infection or injury, so they are usually covered by about 50% or more. Crowns placed for aesthetic reasons, however, do not usually receive any coverage. During your consultation at our Saginaw office, we’ll be happy to help you navigate your insurance policy so you can know what it will pay for and file your claims when necessary.
We understand that some patients may need a little help fitting their dental crowns into their budgets, and we’re eager to ensure that everyone in Saginaw can afford the oral healthcare they need. To that end, we partner with CareCredit to provide our patients with flexible payment plans that break their bills into easy monthly payments. During your consultation, we’ll be happy to discuss your payment and financing options so you can find the best way to make your dental crown affordable.