CROWNS (CAPS)

A dental crown is a custom-made cap that completely covers and protects a damaged or weakened tooth. It’s designed to restore the tooth’s natural shape, size, strength, and appearance, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. When a tooth has become too compromised for fillings, inlays, or other restorations, a crown becomes the most reliable and durable solution.

At our clinic, we specialize in Dental Crowns in Tracy to help patients regain confident smiles and long-term oral health. Whether your tooth is fractured, severely decayed, or discolored, a crown acts as a protective shield—preserving the tooth structure while blending seamlessly with your surrounding teeth.

When Do You Need a Dental Crown?

You may need Dental Crowns in Tracy for several reasons, including:

• To restore a broken or fractured tooth.

• To protect a tooth weakened by decay or large fillings.

• To cover and support a tooth after a root canal treatment.

• To improve the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth.

• To anchor a dental bridge or cover a dental implant.

A crown not only reinforces the tooth but also enhances your smile’s appearance and balance.

Types of crowns: Among the several types of crowns, porcelain crowns (tooth-colored crowns) are the most popular and widely used. They are highly durable and will typically last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced at some point in time. Porcelain crowns are purposely made to match the contour, size, and color of your teeth and give you a natural, long-lasting beautiful smile by Dental Crowns in Tracy.

• Reasons for crowns:
• Broken or fractured teeth,
• Cosmetic enhancement,
• Decayed teeth,
• Fractured fillings,
• Large fillings,
• The tooth has a root canal.

What does getting a crown involve? A crown procedure usually requires two appointments or visits. During your first appointment, the dentist will take several highly accurate molds (or impressions) that will be used to create your custom crown and even a temporary crown which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory.

The procedure: Your dentist will administer a local anesthetic and when the tooth becomes numb, he will prepare the tooth by removing any visible decay and then outlining the tooth and shaping the surface to properly fit the crown. After this process your temporary crown will be placed with temporary cement and your bite alignment will be checked to ensure you are biting properly by Dental Crowns in Tracy.

Your second visit: After two weeks, in your second appointment your temporary crown will be removed followed by cleaning the affected tooth and then placing your new crown carefully to make sure your teeth align accurately, and spacing and bite are accurate. And finally, your dentist will give your clear instructions that should be followed and there will be regular dental visits to check and monitor the condition of your new crown.

Restore Your Smile with Dental Crowns in Tracy, CA

If you have a damaged, discolored, or weakened tooth, Dental Crowns in Tracy offer a lasting and aesthetic solution. At our dental office, we take pride in providing high-quality, custom crowns designed to restore your confidence and oral health.

Book your consultation today to learn how our expert team can help you smile brighter with durable and natural-looking Dental Crowns in Tracy!