A crown protects a damaged or weakened tooth and restores it to full function.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A crown is a cap that covers the entire visible portion of a tooth, from the gumline up. It restores the tooth's shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are one of the most common and reliable restorations in dentistry.
When You Need One
When Is a Crown Needed?
A tooth is cracked or fractured and at risk of splitting further
A tooth has a cavity too large for a filling to repair adequately
An existing crown is failing and needs replacement
What to Expect Over Two Visits
- First visit: Dr. Sandhu prepares the tooth by reshaping it slightly, takes impressions, and places a temporary crown
- A dental lab fabricates your permanent crown, typically over one to two weeks
- Second visit: the temporary is removed, the permanent crown is checked for fit and color, and then cemented in place
- Dr. Sandhu adjusts the bite and answers any questions before you leave
How Long Do Crowns Last?
With proper care, dental crowns typically last 10 to 15 years or longer. Keeping up with your routine cleanings and exams is the best way to protect your investment.
We welcome patients from Carmichael and nearby communities including Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, Arden-Arcade, and the Sacramento 95841 area.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The preparation is done under local anesthetic. You should not feel pain during the procedure. Some sensitivity to temperature in the days after is normal and usually resolves on its own.
Yes. We match the crown to the shade of your surrounding teeth so it blends in naturally.
Temporary crowns are not as strong as permanent ones. Avoid sticky foods like caramel and chewing on hard items on that side until the permanent crown is placed.
Call us right away at (916) 333-3700. Keep the crown in a safe place. In many cases we can re-cement it temporarily until a permanent solution is arranged.
The membership plan gives you a 30% discount on crowns, up to $3,000 per year in treatment discounts.
Ready to protect that tooth?
Dr. Sandhu handles crowns right here in Carmichael. No specialist referral needed.
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