Single-Tooth Dental Crowns in Franklin Park, IL
A custom crown covers and protects a damaged tooth, restoring its shape, strength and appearance. Serving Franklin Park, Schiller Park, Melrose Park, River Grove and the Chicago area.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A crown is a custom-made cap that fits over the entire visible part of a tooth. It’s used when a tooth is too damaged for a filling alone — for example, when it’s cracked, badly worn, has a large old filling, or has had a root canal.
Crowns are made from tooth-colored materials such as porcelain or ceramic and are shaped and shaded to match your neighboring teeth, so the restored tooth looks and works like a natural one.
Common Reasons for a Crown
A crown protects what’s left of a natural tooth.
Cracked or Weak Teeth
A crown holds a cracked or fragile tooth together and helps prevent it from breaking further.
After a Root Canal
Teeth treated with a root canal can become brittle. A crown restores their strength for everyday chewing.
Worn or Misshapen Teeth
A crown can rebuild a tooth that’s worn down, broken or poorly shaped.
How a Crown Is Made
- Step 1
Exam
Your dentist checks the tooth and takes X-rays to confirm a crown is the right option.
- Step 2
Preparation
The tooth is shaped so the crown can fit over it, and impressions or a digital scan are taken.
- Step 3
Temporary Crown
A temporary crown protects the tooth while your custom crown is made.
- Step 4
Final Crown
Your permanent crown is checked for fit, bite and color, then cemented in place.
A crown may be recommended if you have
- A cracked or broken tooth
- A large old filling that’s breaking down
- A tooth treated with a root canal
- A badly worn or discolored tooth
Insurance & payment
Most PPO and many HMO dental plans help cover this treatment. Our team checks your benefits before you begin, and financing through Cherry is available for any remaining balance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cracked or Weak Tooth?
A Crown Can Help.
Book an exam at Astra Dental. Serving Franklin Park, Schiller Park, Melrose Park, River Grove and all Chicago suburbs.
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