Dental Crowns to Restore Strength, Function, and Your Smile

A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its strength, shape, and appearance. Crowns are designed to look and feel like natural teeth while protecting your tooth from further damage. Whether your tooth is cracked, worn down, or weakened after a large filling or root canal, a tooth crown can help bring back normal function and confidence in your smile!

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How Dental Crowns Work to Strengthen Damaged Teeth

A dental crown works by fully covering a tooth that has been damaged, cracked, or weakened. Once placed, the crown acts like a protective shell, helping the tooth handle everyday biting and chewing. It restores the tooth’s original shape and improves its appearance while preventing further decay or breakage. Dental crowns are a reliable way to protect your natural tooth and keep your smile healthy.

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Dental Crown Procedure: A Step-by-Step Guide

The dental crown procedure begins with an exam to make sure a crown is the right solution. The tooth is then gently shaped so the crown can fit securely. Next, impressions are taken to create a custom crown that matches your natural teeth. While your permanent crown is being made, a temporary crown may be placed. At your final visit, the custom crown is secured and adjusted for comfort, leaving you with a strong, natural-looking result.

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Types of Dental Crowns and Their Cost

There are several types of crowns, including porcelain, ceramic, metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal, and zirconia. Each material offers different benefits depending on where the tooth is located and your cosmetic goals. Dental crown cost can vary based on the type of crown used, the location of the tooth, the technology involved, and whether additional treatment is needed. While costs may differ between the types of crowns, they are a long-term solution that offers durability, protection, and a natural appearance tailored to your needs.

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Benefits of a Tooth Crown for Strength, Protection, and Appearance

A tooth crown restores strength to damaged teeth while protecting them from further wear, decay, or fractures. Crowns also have a cosmetic function as it improves the look of your smile by enhancing the tooth’s shape and color. Functionally, crowns make chewing more comfortable and help preserve your natural tooth structure. With proper care, dental crowns provide a dependable, long-lasting solution for both health and appearance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dental crown, and when is a tooth crown needed?

A dental crown is a protective covering placed over a damaged tooth. It’s often needed when a tooth is cracked, weakened, or has a large filling.

How long does a tooth crown last?

With good oral care, most tooth crowns last 10–15 years or longer.

Is getting a dental crown painful?

The procedure is typically comfortable, and local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort.

How long does the dental crown procedure take?

Most crowns are completed in two visits, though some cases may be completed in a single visit using advanced technology.

How do I care for my tooth crown after treatment?

Brush, floss, and visit your dentist regularly. Avoid chewing very hard objects to help extend the life of your crown.

What are the benefits of getting a tooth crown instead of a filling?

A crown offers more strength and protection than a filling, especially for teeth that are heavily damaged or weakened.

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Apex
966 US-64, Apex, NC 27523
919-466-7000
Ashland
130 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA 23005
804-798-2776
Benson
12330 Highway 210, Suite 115, Benson, NC 27504
919-207-2077
Burlington
3735 S Church St #101, Burlington, NC 27215
336-331-7002
Carolina Shores/Calabash
9869 Ocean Hwy W Suite 1 & 2, Carolina Shores, NC 28467
910.292.8428
Cary Dentistry for Kids
1000 Crescent Green #200, Cary, NC 27518
919-851-0011
Cary Family - Crescent Green
1000 Crescent Green #202, Cary, NC 27518
919-858-0088
Cary Orthodontics
1203 NW Maynard Rd #1A, Cary, NC 27513
919-466-0909
Cary West
1203 NW Maynard Rd #1A, Cary, NC 27513
919-858-0088
Charlotte - Independence
6316 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28212
980-265-3180
Charlotte University
8320 University Executive Park Dr Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28262
704-248-8327
Charlotte - Williams Pond
7940 Williams Pond Ln # 200, Charlotte, NC 28277
704-542-6090
Chesapeake
4107 Portsmouth Blvd #107, Chesapeake, VA 23321
757-488-3392
Chester Specialty
2930 W Hundred Road, Suite B, Chester, VA 23831
804-533-7433
Clayton
31 Oleander Dr, Clayton, NC 27527
919-550-5251
Clayton Orthodontics
31 Oleander Dr, Clayton, NC 27527
919-296-1700
Clemmons
4168 Clemmons Rd, Clemmons, NC 27012
336-331-9368
Colonial Heights
456 Charles H. Dimmock Pkwy, Suite #5, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 520-4088
Columbia
9007 Two Notch Road, Suite B, Columbia, SC 29223
803-212-0387
Concord
40 Pitts School Road SW, Concord, NC 28027
704-461-0707
Crewe
600 W. Virginia Ave, Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 645-7558
Crozet
325 Four Leaf Ln #10, Charlottesville, VA 22903
434-823-2290
Durham
1125 NC-54 #807, Durham, NC 27707
919-246-9057
Fayetteville-Raeford
6950 Nexus Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28304
910-864-2400
Fort Mill
360 Fort Mill Parkway, Suite 101, Fort Mill, SC 29715
803-228-7380
Garner
5638 Veterans Pkwy #214, Garner, NC 27529
919-661-6161
Garner Orthodontics and Pediatric
5638 Veterans Pkwy Suite 109, Garner, NC 27529
919-772-1463
Goldsboro
2702 Medical Office Pl, Goldsboro, NC 27534
919-731-2331
Greensboro
604 Dolley Madison Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
336-854-2990
Hampstead
43 Shuckin St Suite 104, Hampstead, NC 28443
910-270-3602
Harrisburg
13470 Plaza Rd Extension, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28215
980-825-7382
High Point
2783 NC-68, Suite 107, High Point, NC 27265
336-841-0000
Holly Ridge
200 US-17 N, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
910-329-8191
Kannapolis
1829 S Ridge Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28083
704-938-4211
Kenbridge
202 E. 5th Ave., Kenbridge, VA 23944
(434) 676-8023
Knightdale
1001 Widewaters Parkway, Knightdale, NC 27545
919-266-6999
Knightdale Orthodontics
1001 Widewaters Parkway, Knightdale, NC 27545
919.930.8550
Leland
1215 W Gate Dr STE 180, Leland, NC 28451
910-663-1223
Mebane
1931 NC-119, Mebane, NC 27302
336-270-2919
Mechanicsville
8120 Pleasant Grove Rd Suite 200, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 915-1440
Midlothian
2273 Chartermark Drive, Midlothian, VA 23114
(804) 739-3131
Mocksville
191 Cooper Creek Dr Suite 106, Mocksville, NC 27028
336.753.6630
Monkey Junction Orthodontics
6132 Carolina Beach Rd Suite 6, Wilmington, NC 28412
910-392-9101
New Bern
2048 Waterscape Way, New Bern, NC 28562
252-638-3600
North Myrtle Beach
900 Hwy 17 S Suite E, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-491-6021
Oxford
111 E Industry Dr, Oxford, NC 27565
919-693-8922
Porters Neck Orthodontics
8201 Market St Bldg B, Wilmington, NC 28411
910-795-1287
Raleigh
3614 Haworth Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609
919-834-4450
Raleigh Falls
4400 Falls of Neuse Rd #202, Raleigh, NC 27609
919-872-1000
Richmond
6750 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 272-7040
Rock Hill
2391 Dave Lyle Blvd, Suite 101, Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-992-8283
Rocky Mount - Oakwood
105 Wayfarer Ct, Rocky Mount, NC 27801
252-977-6440
Rocky Mount - Sunset
3769 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
252-443-0048
Selma
1111 S Pollock St, Selma, NC 27576
919-965-2552
Selma Orthodontics
1111 S Pollock St, Selma, NC 27576
919-561-6082
Shallotte
301 S Willis Dr #100, Shallotte, NC 28470
910-754-7700
Southport
2831 Midway Rd SE Suite 116, Bolivia, NC 28422
910-408-4436
Suffolk
2003 Meade Pkwy, Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-1492
Wakefield
13251 Falls of Neuse Rd #141, Raleigh, NC 27614
919-556-6666
Wake Forest
12244 Wake Union Church Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-556-2997
Wilmington - Downtown
124 Walnut St STE 101, Wilmington, NC 28401
910-254-4555
Wilmington - Monkey Junction
6132 Carolina Beach Rd Suite 6, Wilmington, NC 28412
910-392-9101
Wilmington - Porters Neck
8201 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28411
910-550-1853
Wilmington - The Pointe
1124 Gallery Pk Blvd Ste 101, Wilmington, NC 28412
910-218-1222
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201 Charlois Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
(336) 331-3500
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