CROWNS & BRIDGES • Lombard & Aurora
Strong, Natural-Looking Crowns
A custom dental crown restores a damaged tooth’s strength, shape, and appearance — so you can bite, chew, and smile with confidence. Every crown is designed to blend naturally with the rest of your smile.
When You Need a Crown
A crown may be the right solution when a tooth is damaged but worth saving. Here are the most common reasons our patients choose dental crowns:
Cracked or Broken Tooth
A crown holds a cracked or fractured tooth together, protecting it from further damage and restoring comfortable chewing.
Large Filling
When a filling is too large for the remaining tooth structure, a crown covers and reinforces the tooth to prevent breakage.
Root Canal Protection
After root canal treatment, a tooth can become brittle. A crown protects it and restores full function.
Worn-Down Teeth
Teeth worn by grinding or acid erosion can be rebuilt to their natural shape and height with crowns.
Cosmetic Improvement
Crowns can improve the shape, size, or color of teeth that have not responded to other cosmetic treatments.
A crown may be the right solution when a tooth is damaged but worth saving. Here are the most common reasons our patients choose dental crowns:
Crowns vs. Bridges
Crowns and bridges are both custom-made restorations, but they solve different problems. Here is an honest breakdown:
Dental Crowns
A crown is a custom-made cap that covers a damaged or weakened tooth entirely — restoring its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are used when a tooth needs more support than a filling can provide but the root is still healthy.
Dental Bridges
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring an artificial tooth to crowns placed on the healthy teeth on either side of the gap. Bridges restore chewing function and keep surrounding teeth from shifting.
The Crown Process
Getting a crown is straightforward and comfortable. Here is what to expect at our Lombard and Aurora offices:
Exam & 3D Scan
We examine your tooth and take precise digital scans to design a crown that fits your bite.
Tooth Preparation
The tooth is gently shaped so the crown fits comfortably over it.
Temporary Crown
You will leave with a temporary crown protecting your tooth while your custom crown is crafted.
Custom Crown Placement
At your final visit, we place your permanent crown, check the fit and bite, and polish it to a natural shine.
Why Our Crowns
We focus on the details that make a crown feel like part of your natural smile:
Natural Look
We match the shade, shape, and translucency of your surrounding teeth so your crown blends in seamlessly.
Precise Fit
Digital scans and careful bite checks help your crown feel comfortable from day one.
Durable Materials
We use high-quality porcelain and ceramic materials chosen for strength and longevity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most about crowns and bridges:
How long do crowns last?
With good oral hygiene and regular checkups, a dental crown typically lasts 10–15 years or longer. Avoiding very hard foods and wearing a nightguard if you grind your teeth can help it last even longer.
Does getting a crown hurt?
The procedure is done with local anesthesia, so you should not feel pain during treatment. Some mild sensitivity afterward is normal and usually fades within a few days.
What are crowns made of?
Most of our crowns are made from high-quality porcelain or ceramic, which look like natural tooth enamel. We will recommend the material that best suits your tooth’s location and function.
How many visits does it take?
A crown usually takes two visits: one to prepare the tooth and place a temporary crown, and a second to place your custom permanent crown.
