Dental Crowns Collingwood

Here are a few of the main reasons why you may need a Dental Crown:

1. Presence of significant tooth decay

As proper oral hygiene habits are not always followed, a dental crown may be a great option to save any remaining tooth structure and restore the tooth’s natural look and function

2. You had a Root Canal done

As a result of a Root Canal treatment, a tooth’s structure is often significantly compromised as the entire pulp has been removed. The weakened tooth needs a crown to help restore its strength in order to hold up to the pressures of daily use and reduce the risk of treatment failure

3. Alternative to large Fillings

When a large amount of tooth decay is present, the overall structure of the tooth has been severely weakened. Unfortunately, a large filling may not be strong enough to restore the overall strength of the tooth. A dental crown covers the entire tooth and helps to restore its natural strength, function, and aesthetic

4. Your tooth is cracked

Unfortunately, many people experience cracked teeth due to trauma, decay, grinding, clenching, or other extreme pressures. Cracks in a tooth significantly compromise its integrity, leading to the possibility of infection and losing the tooth completely. In order to possibly save the tooth, your dentist may be able to use a dental crown to cover the tooth and restore its function and appearance. Other times, the tooth may need to be extracted or rebuilt, in which case a crown may still be required.

5. Cosmetic purposes

Dental crowns are also a great option to address:

• Staining
• Enamel cracks
• Overcrowding
• Gapping
• Jagged or chipped teeth
• Alternative to veneers

Although Dental Crowns require the removal of natural tooth structure, they are an option for quick cosmetic results to help bring your smile back to life. Dental Crowns are a great option for cosmetic purposes when the tooth structure has been compromised.

Here are a few tips to maintain your Dental Crown:

• Brush, floss, and maintain regular oral hygiene care
• Remove all plaque, food, and debris from in and around the crown, especially where the crown meets the gum line
• Use a Night Guard if necessary for clenching and grinding at night
• Visit our team at Collingwood Family Dental as prescribed for regular Dental Check-Ups and Cleanings

Here is a more in-depth breakdown of each step involved in the Dental Crown process.

– Your First Appointment for a Dental Crown

Depending on your current tooth’s structure and condition, your first appointment will likely take between 45 and 90 minutes. The reason for such a large range is because a tooth that is about to be crowned may require just a small amount of reduction (closer to a 45-minute appointment) or it may require a full post and core build-up (closer to 1.5hrs) if much of its structure has been compromised. Either way, we want to make sure the crown has the best foundation possible to maximize its life expectancy.

Once the tooth has been shaped for the Dental Crown, an impression will be taken and sent off to a dental laboratory to have your permanent Dental Crown made. Between your first and second appointments, we want to make sure your newly formed Dental Crown prepared tooth is protected and that you can still eat and chew properly. For this reason, we’ll create a temporary Dental Crown in its place while your new permanent Dental Crown is being created.

– Your Second Appointment for a Dental Crown

Your second visit will involve the removal of your temporary crown and its replacement with your new permanent crown. Our dentists at Collingwood Family Dental will make any adjustments necessary to create the best fit possible with your new permanent Dental Crown. After confirming shades, margins, and fit, your dentist will finish by cementing your permanent Dental Crown and finalizing all details. This appointment typically takes an hour or less to complete, depending on the complexity of the case.

Overall, the process for a Dental Crown is fairly straightforward for an experienced dentist. Dental Crowns are a very common restorative procedure that is performed regularly at Collingwood Family Dental. If you’re looking for a dentist for Dental Crowns in Collingwood, our team would be more than happy to provide a Free Consultation or Second Opinion on your Dental Crown needs.

Other factors that will affect the cost of a Dental Crown:

• The exact tooth being treated (anterior vs posterior)
• Crown Material (Porcelain, PFM, Gold, Zirconia, etc.)
• The expertise of the dentist (Specialists will cost more than General Dentists)
• The number of x-ray images required
• Consultations or Exams required
• Other existing conditions or treatments that may impact the complexity of the case

Overall, the cost of a Dental Crown, or Tooth Cap, typically starts at $900+ when being completed by a General Dentist (Including the dental lab fee as well). This fee does not include Dental X-Rays, Exams/Consultations, or any other dental services. At Collingwood Family Dental, our fees are based on the Ontario Dental Fee Guide for the current year, which is published by the Ontario Dental Association and is subject to annual changes.

The good news is that many Dental Insurances and Benefits provide coverage for Dental Crowns. To get a full understanding of the out-of-pocket costs of a Dental Crown for yourself or family members, feel free to visit Collingwood Family Dental and we will be able to provide a full treatment plan and quote for you. We also provide financing options for our patients to help make large treatments more affordable for all.

The mild discomfort of a local anesthetic (used on many dental treatments) is far outweighed by the benefits that a Dental Crown will provide for your compromised tooth structure. Your restored function and aesthetic will be well worth any minor discomfort you may experience during your Dental Crown procedure.

For those with anxieties or fears of local anesthetics or needles, our dentists at Collingwood Family Dental may suggest the use of Nitrous Oxide Gas or ‘Laughing Gas’ to help ease the tension. Nitrous Oxide is a mild form of Sedation Dentistry that helps you to relax and even allows you the possibility to drive home after your appointment.

At Collingwood Family Dental, we offer Direct Insurance Billing, which means we will submit your claim and collect all payments on your behalf. This leaves you to simply pay any deductibles, co-payments, or other plan fees at the time of service. We offer this service as a convenience to our patients, allowing them to skip the hassle of submission, paperwork, and collecting from their Dental Insurance Providers.