Dental Crowns Goodyear

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped restoration that is fitted over the top of a severely broken, cracked, or decayed tooth. It serves many purposes, as it can make the tooth look and function like normal again, plus it can prevent any damage from becoming worse. And thanks to today’s versatile crowns, the results can lead to a better-protected and stronger smile.

The Dental Crown Process

After meeting with Dr. Goodman and determining that a dental crown is the best way to repair your tooth, the procedure will unfold throughout two appointments.

During your first visit, we will gently remove any decayed or jagged enamel to shape the tooth so that the crown will fit securely and have enough room in your mouth. We’ll then take a digital impression (no dental putty), and this will be sent to a local dental lab that will design and fabricate your crown. While this is being done, you’ll have a temporary restoration to cover your tooth.

A week or so later, you’ll return to our office so that Dr. Goodman can replace your temporary with your permanent crown. He will affix it with dental cement, so it is nice and secure, and after making any necessary refinements and checking your bite, you’ll be good to go.

The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown

• Stops the progression of a cavity or crack from worsening
• Can prevent a broken tooth from falling apart
• Allow patients to avoid extractions and root canals
• Get rid of pain and sensitivity
• Uplift your appearance by creating an attractive, seamless smile
• Make you feel more confident in everyday life
• Make it easier to chew and speak comfortably
• Balance the bite to prevent grinding and jaw pain

Understanding the Cost of Dental Crowns  

Dental crowns are durable, lifelike restorations that can protect your damaged teeth for years to come, but there are many individual factors that can influence their cost. For this reason, it is important to visit your dentist in Goodyear for an in-person consultation so we can give you the most accurate price. In the meantime, feel free to follow the link below to learn more about how we’ll calculate your total following your exam.

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Factors that Affect the Cost of Dental Crowns 

There are many factors that can influence the cost of your dental crown, each of which is unique to the individual patient. These include:

• The extent of the damage to the tooth, and if you’ll need any preliminary treatments such as a root canal or dental implant in addition to your restoration.
• Which material will be used to create your dental crown, as different types are better for specific teeth and conditions.

While we understand that saving money is important, it’s also crucial to remember that when it comes to protecting your teeth with restorations like dental crowns, their quality is extremely important, too. Because this prosthetic will potentially be cemented in your mouth for decades, it needs to look and feel great while offering safe, effective protection against cavities and infection.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Crowns? 

In most cases dental insurance will provide at least partial coverage for dental crowns. Typically, this is around 50% if they are determined to be medically necessary. However, this will depend on your individual dental insurance plan and the reason you need the crown in the first place.

Other Options for Making Dental Crowns Affordable

At Goodman Dental, we are pleased to help make the cost of dental crowns more affordable by welcoming flexible financing plans through CareCredit, our preferred third-party lender. With CareCredit, you can split up the cost of your dental crown treatment into multiple, low or no interest monthly payments instead of being responsible for the entire balance upfront. To learn more about this program, or to schedule a consultation for dental crowns with your dentist in Goodyear, contact us today!