A crown is a custom-made cap that covers a tooth completely, restoring its strength and shape. We recommend one when a tooth is cracked, heavily filled, badly worn, or broken — situations where a filling alone can’t hold the tooth together.
The first visit
After numbing the area, Dr. Simeon reshapes the tooth so the crown will fit over it precisely, takes an impression, and places a temporary crown. The impression goes to a dental laboratory where your permanent crown is crafted to match the shape and shade of your natural teeth. This visit typically takes about an hour.
The second visit
Two to three weeks later, we remove the temporary, try in your permanent crown, and check the fit and bite carefully — small adjustments happen here, not after. When everything is right, the crown is cemented in place. This visit is shorter, often 30–45 minutes.
Living with your crown
Treat it like a natural tooth: brush twice daily and floss around it, paying attention where the crown meets the gumline. Avoid chewing ice or very hard candy. With good care, crowns commonly last 10–15 years or longer. Some sensitivity in the first weeks is normal; pain when biting is not — call us if that happens.