What is a Dental Crown?
A Dental crown is generally made of porcelain or ceramic and is made to look and function like your natural teeth. They are used when an existing tooth is damaged to strengthen and protect the tooth
- A tooth is fractured or damaged
- Decay has weakened a tooth
- Tooth is severely discoloured or misshapen
- A dental bridge needs an anchor
What is a Dental Bridge?
FAQs
The price of a dental crown varies person to person depending on the amount of tooth that needs to be protected and the material of your crown. On average the price of a crown ranges from $1200 to $1400. During your first consultation, our dentist in lara will explain the complete procedure and give you an accurate cost. Once you’re satisfied with what you’ve heard, we will then begin the treatment.
Generally dental crowns last for about 5-15 years.
To get the most of your dental crown, make sure you visit our dental clinic for regular dental check-ups and consistently practice effective oral habits like brushing, flossing, and healthy eating at home.
The lifespan of a bridge is like that of a crown. 5-15 years. To get the most out of a dental crown, make sure to visit us for regular dental check-ups. Also be sure to keep consistent oral hygiene habits at home.
The price of a bridge varies from person to person depending on a variety of factors such as the number of missing teeth, the material of the bridge, the position in the mouth and the difficulty of the procedure. In most cases, the price of a bridge ranges from $2000 to $3500. During your consultation appointment we will be able to give you a much more accurate quote based of your specific needs.
Depending on your level of cover, a certain portion of the total cost of the dental bridge will be covered by your insurance. This can range anywhere from 20% to 60%.