Restorative Treatments
Dental Crowns in Newport Beach, CA
Protect, Strengthen and Restore Damaged Teeth
A cracked, worn or heavily filled tooth can be restored to full strength with a custom dental crown. Dr. Omid Haroonian designs natural-looking crowns from durable, lifelike materials, and many can be made in a single visit with same-day CEREC technology.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fully covers and protects a tooth that has been weakened by decay, a fracture or a large filling. By encasing the whole visible part of the tooth, a crown holds it together, restores its shape and lets you chew comfortably again. Crowns are also used to complete root canal treatment and to restore dental implants. We make them from durable, lifelike materials such as porcelain, zirconia and ceramic, shade-matched so the crown blends with the teeth around it. With same-day CEREC technology, many crowns are designed, milled and placed in one appointment.
When Is a Crown Needed?
- Large or broken fillings. When a filling is too big for the tooth around it, a crown gives better protection.
- Cracked or fractured teeth. A crown holds a damaged tooth together and helps prevent further breakage.
- After a root canal. A crown completes treatment and protects the tooth.
- Worn-down or misshapen teeth. A crown rebuilds the tooth’s size and shape.
- Cosmetic enhancement. A crown can improve the look of a discolored or poorly shaped tooth.
- Dental implants. A crown is the visible tooth on top of an implant.
Same-Day CEREC Crowns
- iTero scanner for mess-free, highly accurate digital impressions
- CAD/CAM design right here in our office
- CEREC milling for fast, high-quality restorations
- Digital Smile Design software to preview your smile
We design and mill your crown in our office using 3D digital impressions, so there is no temporary crown and no second appointment. Learn more about our dental technology.
Crown Materials We Use
- Porcelain A lifelike material that reflects light much like natural enamel.
- Zirconia A very strong material chosen for durability and a natural appearance.
- Ceramic A tooth-colored material that blends seamlessly with your smile.
Benefits of Dental Crowns
- Chewing function. Bite and chew comfortably on the restored tooth.
- Strength. Weak teeth are reinforced and protected.
- Appearance. A natural-looking tooth that matches your smile.
- Durability. High-quality materials made to last.
- Stain resistance. Crown materials resist discoloration.
- Protection. Helps prevent further damage to the tooth.
Why Choose The Newport Beach Dentist for Your Crown?
Dr. Haroonian provides experienced cosmetic and restorative care with high-end materials and advanced technology, in a comfortable, judgment-free office. Same-day crowns save you a second visit, and flexible financing options through CareCredit help make treatment more accessible. We welcome patients from Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana and surrounding areas.
Need a tooth restored? Book your crown appointment online or call (949) 646-2481.
The short answer
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fully covers a tooth weakened by decay, a fracture, a large filling or a root canal, and it is also used to restore dental implants. The tooth is scanned with 3D digital impressions, and the crown is made from porcelain, zirconia or ceramic, often designed and milled the same day with CEREC technology. A crown restores chewing function, strength and a natural appearance, and helps prevent further damage to the tooth.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Crowns
- What is a dental crown used for?
A dental crown covers and protects a tooth weakened by decay, a fracture or a large filling. It restores the tooth’s strength, shape and appearance. Crowns are also used after root canal treatment and on top of dental implants. Some patients choose crowns as a cosmetic enhancement for worn or misshapen teeth.
- Can I get a crown in one visit?
Yes, we offer same-day CEREC crowns for many patients. We take 3D digital impressions, design your crown with CAD/CAM software, and mill it right here in our office. That means no temporary crown and no second appointment. Dr. Haroonian will confirm whether a same-day crown suits your tooth.
- What are dental crowns made of?
We make crowns from durable, lifelike materials such as porcelain, zirconia and ceramic. Each is chosen for strength and a natural appearance. The crown is shade-matched to your surrounding teeth so it blends in. We will recommend the material that suits the tooth being restored.
- Do I need a crown after a root canal?
A crown is commonly used to complete root canal treatment. After a root canal, the tooth needs protection so it can keep working when you chew. A crown fully covers the tooth and helps prevent further damage. Dr. Haroonian will let you know what your tooth needs.
- Will my crown look natural?
Yes, our crowns are designed to look like natural teeth. Lifelike materials such as porcelain, zirconia and ceramic are shade-matched to the teeth around them. Digital Smile Design software lets us preview your smile before treatment. The result is a crown that blends seamlessly with your smile.
- How do digital impressions work for crowns?
Digital impressions use an iTero scanner instead of trays of impression material. The scanner captures a highly accurate 3D model of your teeth without the mess. That model is used to design and mill your crown. It makes the process more comfortable and more precise.
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