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Dental Crowns (Caps) in Vancouver

Restore strength and beauty to damaged teeth with custom dental crowns. Our natural-looking crowns protect and enhance your smile for years to come.

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Available at all four Smile Well Dental clinics.

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What are Dental Crowns?

A dental crown, sometimes called a cap, is a tooth-shaped covering that completely encases a damaged or weakened tooth. Crowns restore the tooth's shape, size, strength, and appearance. They're custom-made to match your natural teeth and provide long-lasting protection for compromised teeth.

What are Dental Crowns?

Benefits of Dental Crowns (Caps) in Vancouver

Restore Strength

Crowns provide full coverage protection for weakened or damaged teeth.

Natural Appearance

Custom color-matching ensures your crown looks like a natural tooth.

Long-Lasting

Durable materials provide years of reliable function and aesthetics.

Versatile Solution

Addresses multiple issues from decay to cosmetic concerns.

Dental Crown Process

01

Examination & Preparation

We examine the tooth, take X-rays if needed, and prepare the tooth by reshaping it to accommodate the crown.

02

Impressions & Shade Matching

Detailed impressions are taken and we match the crown color to your natural teeth.

03

Temporary Crown

A temporary crown protects your tooth while your permanent crown is crafted.

04

Final Placement

The permanent crown is carefully fitted, adjusted, and cemented in place.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crowns are recommended for teeth that are severely decayed, cracked, fractured, weakened after root canal treatment, or cosmetically imperfect. They're also used to support dental bridges, cover dental implants, and restore teeth with large fillings that have failed.

Modern crowns are typically made of porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia for a natural appearance that matches your existing teeth. Metal or porcelain-fused-to-metal options are also available, often recommended for back teeth where strength is prioritized over aesthetics.

With proper care, dental crowns typically last 10-15 years or longer. Many patients keep their crowns for 25+ years. Longevity depends on oral hygiene habits, avoiding teeth grinding, and regular dental checkups.

The tooth is numbed with local anesthesia first, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain during the preparation. You may experience some sensitivity afterward, which typically resolves within a few days. We'll provide care instructions for your temporary crown.

The cost of a crown depends on the material used (porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia) and the complexity of the tooth. Ask us for a quote: we provide detailed estimates before treatment. Most dental insurance plans cover a portion of crown costs when medically necessary, and we bill most plans directly.

Traditional crowns require two appointments: the first for tooth preparation and impressions, the second for permanent crown placement about 2-3 weeks later. You'll wear a temporary crown between appointments to protect your tooth.

While rare, crowns can become loose or fall off due to decay underneath, cement failure, or trauma. If your crown becomes loose or falls off, save it and call any clinic: we will see you as soon as possible to recement it.

Smile Well Dental offers dental crown services at all four Greater Vancouver locations: North Vancouver, Surrey, Langley, and Coquitlam. Our experienced dentists use high-quality materials for durable, natural-looking results.

Restore Your Damaged Tooth

Protect and strengthen your smile with a custom dental crown. Schedule your consultation today.

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