Dental Crowns and Bridges in Tustin, CA
Protect a Weak Tooth or Replace a Missing One
A crown covers and protects a tooth that is cracked, heavily filled or treated with a root canal. A bridge replaces a missing tooth by anchoring a new tooth to the teeth on either side.
- Tooth-colored crowns matched to your smile
- Bridges to replace one or more missing teeth
- Most PPO plans pay part of the cost
- Tooth-colored porcelain crown
- Three-unit bridge replacing one missing tooth: $110 to $188/mo
Example only. Your rate and monthly payment depend on approval. Your exact cost is confirmed after your exam.
What is the difference between a crown and a bridge?
A crown is a custom cap that covers the whole visible part of a tooth. It restores the tooth's shape and strength and protects it from breaking. We make crowns from zirconia and esthetic layered porcelain, crafted in a dental lab.
A bridge fills the gap left by a missing tooth. A new tooth is held in place by crowns on the neighboring teeth. If you'd rather not reshape the teeth next to the gap, a dental implant is another option. Compare materials in Porcelain, Metal, Zirconia and Composite Crowns.
When do you need a crown or bridge?
- A cracked or broken tooth. Read Why Are My Teeth Cracking All of a Sudden?
- A tooth with a large or failing filling
- A back tooth after a root canal
- A worn or misshapen tooth you want to restore
- A missing tooth with healthy teeth on both sides (bridge)
What to expect
Exam and X-rays
We check the tooth and the bone around it and explain your options and cost.
Preparing the tooth
The tooth is numbed and gently shaped, and impressions or a scan are taken.
Lab-made restoration
Your crown or bridge is custom-made in a dental lab in zirconia or esthetic layered porcelain.
Fitting
Your custom crown or bridge is checked for fit, bite and color, then cemented in place.
Cost, Insurance and Payments
A dental crown is about $37 to $63 a month per tooth with financing, and a three-unit bridge replacing one missing tooth is about $110 to $188 a month. Many PPO plans pay part of crowns and bridges, subject to deductibles and yearly maximums. We check your benefits first. Read How Much Does a Root Canal and Crown Cost?
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Common Questions
How long do crowns and bridges last?
With good care and regular checkups, crowns and bridges can last many years. Avoid chewing ice or hard objects, and wear a night guard if you grind.
Which crown materials do you offer?
We offer zirconia crowns, which are very strong and tooth-colored, and esthetic layered porcelain crowns, which look the most natural. We don't offer metal crowns. Dr. Desai will recommend the best fit for your tooth and bite.
Do you offer same-day crowns?
No. Our crowns are custom-made in a dental lab, so you'll wear a temporary crown for a short time while yours is made.
Bridge or implant: which is better?
A bridge relies on the neighboring teeth, which are shaped for crowns. An implant replaces the root and doesn't touch the neighboring teeth. We'll go over both at your visit.
How much does a dental crown cost?
A tooth-colored porcelain crown is about $37 to $63 a month per tooth with financing. Many PPO plans pay part, and your exact cost is confirmed after your exam.
Does insurance cover crowns?
Many PPO plans pay part of a crown when it is needed to restore a tooth. We check your benefits before treatment.
Need a crown or bridge?
Book a visit and get a clear plan and cost before treatment. Larwin Square Dentistry, 604 E 1st St, Tustin. Serving Irvine, City of Orange, Santa Ana and the rest of Orange County.