Dental Crowns in Baltimore
The Perfect Solution for Damaged Teeth
When you have a damaged or decayed tooth, sometimes a filling may not be enough to address the problem. But thankfully, in these cases, a dental crown can often do the trick and restore your tooth’s health and structure. Not only that, but its appearance will also be refreshed! To learn more about dental crowns or to schedule an appointment at our Baltimore dental office, just give us a call today.
Why Choose Drs. Chen & Kim for Dental Crowns?
- Beautiful, Natural-Looking Materials Always Used
- Advanced Technology Ensures Precise Restorations
- Dedicated Dental Team with Years of Experience
When Do You Need a Dental Crown?
A crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers a damaged tooth above the gum line. The crown’s purpose is to protect the tooth and restore its appearance and function so you can chew on it comfortably again.
We commonly recommend dental crowns in the following situations:
- Support a tooth with a large cavity
- Protect cracked teeth from further damage
- Strengthen broken teeth
- Reinforce a root canal-treated tooth
- Restore a tooth severely worn by grinding or clenching
- Conceal a misshapen or severely discolored tooth
- Anchor a dental bridge
Benefits of Dental Crowns
When you choose a dental crown to restore your smile, you'll enjoy benefits that extend beyond just covering damaged teeth.
Confident Appearance
A complete, attractive smile allows you to speak, laugh, and eat without self-consciousness. When you're not worried about hiding your smile due to damaged or missing teeth, you can engage more fully in personal and professional relationships.
Comfort and Function
Properly restored teeth allow you to chew effectively and speak clearly. Crowns protect weakened teeth from further damage and help restore proper chewing function.
Natural Look and Feel
Thanks to high-quality ceramics, precise planning using digital imaging technology, and our trusted dental lab partners, you can expect your custom crown to fit perfectly and blend seamlessly with your smile for a natural appearance.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Dental Crown?
Getting a dental crown typically requires two visits to our Baltimore dental office spaced two to three weeks apart. During the first appointment, our dentists prepare your tooth and create impressions, and the second appointment involves placing your final crown.
Visit One: Preparation and Impressions
The first appointment takes 60–90 minutes and involves the following steps:
- Administer local anesthesia for your comfort
- Carefully reshape your tooth to accommodate the crown
- Take digital impressions using advanced scanning technology
- Select the perfect shade to match your natural teeth
- Place a temporary crown to protect your prepared tooth
The temporary crown allows you to eat and function normally while a trusted dental lab crafts your custom crown to our precise specifications.
Between Visits: Crown Creation
We send your digital impressions to skilled lab technicians who hand-craft your porcelain crown using high-quality materials. This process takes two to three weeks and ensures a precise fit and natural appearance that blends seamlessly with your smile.
Visit Two: Final Crown Placement
Expect your second and final appointment to last 30–45 minutes, where our dentists:
- Remove the temporary crown and clean the tooth
- Check the fit and appearance of your final crown
- Make necessary adjustments for comfort and bite
- Place the crown on the tooth using long-lasting cement