Rebuild a tooth
back to full strength.
A crown caps a tooth that is cracked, worn, or too damaged for a filling. It restores the tooth to its natural shape and strength, and it is shaded to match the teeth around it.
When a filling is not enough.
When a tooth has a large crack, a failing filling, or damage from decay or a root canal, a filling is not enough to hold it together. A crown covers the entire visible tooth and protects what is left. And because Dr. Toups practices conservatively, she preserves as much of your natural tooth as possible while preparing it.
Every crown we place is shaped and colored to fit your bite and blend with your smile. Done well, it should feel like the tooth it replaced, not a repair you have to think about.
"If a filling will do the job, you will get a filling."
A crown is recommended when your tooth needs one, not when a production goal does.
How it works, step by step.
Prepare the tooth
We remove damage and shape the tooth so the crown fits precisely over it.
Match and measure
We take detailed impressions and match the crown's color to your natural teeth.
Place and adjust
We seat the crown, check your bite carefully, and adjust until it feels like your own tooth.
Why it matters.
- Restores full chewing strength to a damaged tooth
- Protects a cracked or root-canal-treated tooth from breaking
- Custom-shaded to blend with your natural teeth
- A long-lasting fix when a filling is not enough
Good to know.
When do I need a crown instead of a filling?
Will the crown match my teeth?
How long do crowns last?
Another dentist said I need several crowns. Should I get a second opinion?
Protect the tooth
you still have.
If it needs a crown, we will say so and do it right. If it does not, we will tell you that too. Book online or call to get it looked at.