Total Care Dental Madison

Fill Gaps & Repair Teeth With dental Crowns

There are many reasons adults lose or damage their permanent teeth. Trauma to the face from sports, car accidents and falling can all result in tooth damage or loss. Cavities, gingivitis and other oral hygiene issues can cause damage and decay.

The dentists at Total Care Dental in Madison use extreme care in all dental restoration treatments, including in creating and placing dental crowns. With TCD, your crowns will be completed in two easy appointments.

See our gallery for before and after pictures of porcelain crowns.

We provide dental crowns for residents of Madison and the surrounding areas including Deforest, Fitchburg, Janesville, Middleton, Sun Prairie and Waunakee.

How Do crowns and bridges Differ?

Dental Crowns

Crowns cover the entire surface of a tooth and may be used to protect a cracked tooth, restore the functionality of a tooth with excessive decay or replace a pre-existing crown. Crowns are needed when teeth are severely worn, fractured or decayed to protect a weak tooth from breaking completely. You may also need porcelain crowns if you clench or grind your teeth, which compromise a tooth’s structure.

Dental Bridges

Dental bridges are used to replace a missing tooth. As the name suggests, a “bridge” is set up between the nearest surrounding teeth to support the porcelain crown replacement. Unlike dental implants, the bridge does not directly connect to the gums or replace the root of the tooth.

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Types of Dental Crowns

Ceramic Crowns

Ceramic dental crowns are generally less expensive and more fragile than porcelain crowns. Ceramic crowns can offer a natural appearance when precisely color matched to teeth by a skilled dentist. In some cases, ceramic crowns may be more likely to wear down surrounding teeth.

Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain dental crowns are biocompatible and tend to cost more than ceramic crowns. Porcelain crowns offer the most natural look, but can fracture if not properly cared for.

Dental Crown Benefits

Improved appearance of teeth and smile
Added protection for damaged or weakened teeth
Improved oral function for biting and chewing
Long-term preservation option for teeth

How Dental Crowns Work

Your dentist will examine and prep your tooth for repair. You may need x-rays or a mold of your tooth taken.
The damaged tooth is reshaped by filing and removing part of the tooth's outer layer.
An impression of your trimmed tooth and the surrounding teeth are taken.
Your dentist cements the crown into place.

You may require cosmetic inlays or onlays to ensure your new teeth look completely natural. Both inlays and onlays are placed within the grooves between the cusps of a tooth, while onlays can be placed over the cusp tips as well.

Aftercare for crowns

Following proper aftercare guidelines for your new dental crowns can make a difference in helping your new investment last as long as possible. Besides regular brushing and flossing, you can help your new crowns last longer by avoiding grinding your teeth, not chewing hard candies, sticky foods or ice, and reporting any discomfort or signs of problems with your crowns to your dentist right away.

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Tooth Restoration Alternatives to Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are not suitable for everyone. For some patients, dental implants or dental bridges may be more appropriate options.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are placed directly into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. As a more expensive and permanent option, implants are known as the most reliable, longest-lasting tooth replacement option. If you need a large number of teeth replaced, we offer Four Life Changing Implants for a complete mouth makeover in one dental appointment.

Dentures

For instances where many or all of your teeth should be replaced, dentures are a viable option. Dentures can be made in partial or full arches and are a removable replacement for teeth and their surrounding tissue. Dentures are generally less expensive than implants.

Dental Bridges

if you are interested in dental crowns but have lost a tooth or need to have a tooth fully removed, dental bridges are an option. Bridges replace one or more missing teeth using artificial teeth supported by dental crowns attached to adjacent teeth. Bridges are an option for patients looking to replace missing teeth and restore the appearance and function of their teeth without implants or dentures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Crowns

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Paying for Crowns and Bridges with or without Insurance

When you receive dental care from TCD in Madison, there are many ways to pay for treatment. Our dental financial plans guarantee all of our patients are able to receive the care they need for a beautiful, healthy smile. We accept cash, personal check, credit cards, CareCredit, Illumisure and most major insurance plans. If you are uninsured, we offer a 5% discount when $300 is paid in full before treatment. Our dentists will help you select the best tooth restoration service for your dental health and budget.