DENTAL CROWN COSTS
Whether it is due to decay or an accident, you may be in a position where the crown of a tooth is damaged beyond repair. If this is the case, the crown of your tooth may need to be replaced entirely. While this may sound severe, it is still much better than the alternative—a full tooth extraction. If your dentist makes the decision to save as much of the natural tooth as possible, they may suggest the placement of a prosthetic dental crown.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A prosthetic crown is a dental replacement that is placed over a reshaped tooth to replace a damaged crown. This helps to ensure the health and safety of the remainder of the healthy tooth.
Why Would I Need a Dental Crown?
There are a few different reasons why a patient may need a dental crown. One major reason for the placement of a replacement crown is tooth decay. While tooth decay and cavities can be a minor issue to resolve, if left untreated they can worsen. Eventually, the damage may get to the point where the crown of the tooth needs to be replaced.
A patient may also have an accident that causes severe damage to their tooth. If this is the case, a dental crown may be used to repair the broken tooth, and ensure the ongoing functionality of the tooth.
Some patients will have crowns placed for cosmetic reasons, as well. If a patient does not like the shade or coloration of a tooth, they may choose to replace it.
What Is the Placement Process?
If your dentist decides a crown is the best option for your needs, they will begin the reshaping process that allows the crown to properly fit over your healthy tooth. They will then make an impression of the tooth. The impression will be sent to a lab, and once it is made the prosthetic will then be sent to your dentist. Your dentist will then place the new crown.
What Is the Cost?
While a crown may be necessary to save a tooth, it can also be pricey. Because of this, it’s important to visit your dentist as soon as you notice any damage or decay to a tooth. If possible, they will use other, less intensive restorative measures. If your dentist decides that a dental crown is the best repair option, though, the crown will cost between $500 to $3,000. These crowns can last a long time—often ten to fifteen years if they are properly cared for.
If a crown is not placed, the tooth will likely need to be extracted. Not only is the extraction process costly, but the replacement of the tooth is costly as well. Because of this, it is generally more cost-effective to have the prosthetic crown placed.
Set an Appointment with Your Dentist
If you have a damaged tooth, set an appointment with your dentist today. From there, they will take a look at your tooth and consider different options for restoration—such as the placement of a dental crown.
West Mobile Dental Care, located in Mobile, AL, offers dental crowns as a restorative and cosmetic dental option. Contact us today and schedule you're consultation.