How long does a dental crown last?

Many crowns last well over a decade, and some last far longer. The real answer depends on your bite, whether you grind, and how well the tooth underneath is cared for. We do our part right and then show you how to protect it.

Does getting a crown hurt?

The procedure is comfortable. The tooth is fully numbed before we start, and most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Mild sensitivity for a few days afterward is normal and usually settles on its own.

How many visits does a crown take?

Two to three visits in most cases. The first prepares the tooth and fits a temporary, the last seats the final crown. If you are working to a deadline, ask about our one-week rush.

Do I need a crown or just a filling?

A filling is enough when the healthy tooth structure around it can still carry the bite. A crown is the answer when too much of the tooth is gone or cracked for a filling to hold. We will show you the X-ray and explain which one you are looking at.

Will my crown look like a real tooth?

Yes. Crowns are shaded and shaped to match the teeth around them, so the finished tooth blends in rather than standing out.

Do I need a crown after a root canal?

Usually. A tooth that has had root canal therapy becomes more brittle, and a crown protects it from fracturing. We normally place it two to four weeks after the root canal.

Where can I find dental crowns near me in Las Vegas?

Union Dental is at 7135 W Sahara Ave, Ste 200, Las Vegas, NV 89117, serving Spring Valley, Summerlin, and southwest Las Vegas. Call (702) 872-2872 or send us a message to book an exam.

How long does a dental crown last?

Many crowns last well over a decade, and some last far longer. The real answer depends on your bite, whether you grind, and how well the tooth underneath is cared for. We do our part right and then show you how to protect it.

Does getting a crown hurt?

The procedure is comfortable. The tooth is fully numbed before we start, and most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Mild sensitivity for a few days afterward is normal and usually settles on its own.

How many visits does a crown take?

Two to three visits in most cases. The first prepares the tooth and fits a temporary, the last seats the final crown. If you are working to a deadline, ask about our one-week rush.

Do I need a crown or just a filling?

A filling is enough when the healthy tooth structure around it can still carry the bite. A crown is the answer when too much of the tooth is gone or cracked for a filling to hold. We will show you the X-ray and explain which one you are looking at.

Will my crown look like a real tooth?

Yes. Crowns are shaded and shaped to match the teeth around them, so the finished tooth blends in rather than standing out.

Do I need a crown after a root canal?

Usually. A tooth that has had root canal therapy becomes more brittle, and a crown protects it from fracturing. We normally place it two to four weeks after the root canal.

Where can I find dental crowns near me in Las Vegas?

Union Dental is at 7135 W Sahara Ave, Ste 200, Las Vegas, NV 89117, serving Spring Valley, Summerlin, and southwest Las Vegas. Call (702) 872-2872 or send us a message to book an exam.

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Dental Crowns in Las Vegas

A dental crown is a custom cap that covers a whole tooth to restore its shape and strength. We design and fit crowns in our Las Vegas office over 2 to 3 visits, and only recommend one when the tooth needs it.

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What a Dental Crown Actually Does

A crown replaces the outer surface of a tooth that can no longer hold up on its own. When a tooth is cracked, worn thin, heavily filled, or has had root canal therapy, the remaining structure is doing a job it wasn't built for. A crown takes that load off, holds the tooth together, and lets you chew normally again.

Crowns are the most common treatment in restorative dentistry for a reason: they save teeth that would otherwise need to come out. That said, not every damaged tooth needs one. A smaller repair is often the right answer, and we will tell you when it is.

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Signs You May Need a Crown

You are more likely to need a crown if you recognize a few of these:

A tooth that is visibly cracked, chipped, or has a piece missing
Sharp pain when you bite down on one specific tooth
A large old filling that keeps chipping at the edges
A tooth that has had root canal therapy and has not been capped yet
Ongoing sensitivity to hot or cold in one tooth
A tooth worn flat or thin from grinding
An older crown that feels loose, rough at the gumline, or has come off

Exam and digital scan

We examine the tooth, take the X-rays we need, and scan your mouth digitally. No tray of impression material.

CAD/CAM design

Your crown is designed on-screen from that scan, shaped to your bite and to the teeth beside it.

Temporary crown

We prepare the tooth and fit a temporary so you can eat and speak normally while the final crown is made.

In-house verification

Before the case goes to the lab, we check the fit and the margins ourselves. Margins are where crowns most often fail later, so this step is not one we skip.

Final fitting

We seat the final crown, check your bite, adjust it until it feels right, and show you how to care for it.

PROCESS

How We Design and Fit Your Crown

Most crowns are finished in two or three visits. If you have a deadline, ask us about a one-week rush.

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Crowns at Union Dental

Dr. Leonardo Castillo founded Union Dental in 2018 as an independent, family-owned private practice, and it has stayed one. That matters here more than it sounds like it should: nobody in this office has a production target telling them to find a crown. When we say a tooth needs one, that is the honest clinical answer, and we will walk you through the risks, benefits, and alternatives before you decide anything.

We do our part right, and that gives your crown its best chance at a long, comfortable life. How long it actually lasts also depends on your habits, your bite, and how you look after it, and we would rather be straight with you about that than promise you something nobody can promise.

Union Dental is rated 4.9 stars across 475+ Google reviews, the highest rating among the top practices in the market.

What makes Denita clinic stand out

The cost depends on the tooth, the material, and what else the tooth needs first. We give you the number before you commit, not after.

We are in-network with a wide range of plans, and our team verifies your coverage, explains your benefits, and files the claim for you. If you do not have insurance, our membership plan includes your preventive visits and takes 30% off treatment such as crowns. You can see the plans we're in-network with before your visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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If another dentist told you that you need a crown and you are not sure, come in for a second opinion. We will look at the tooth, show you exactly what is going on, and tell you the truth about what it needs, including if the answer is "not yet."

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Dental Crowns in Las Vegas

A dental crown is a custom cap that covers a whole tooth to restore its shape and strength. We design and fit crowns in our Las Vegas office over 2 to 3 visits, and only recommend one when the tooth needs it.

What a Dental Crown Actually Does

Signs You May Need a Crown

You are more likely to need a crown if you recognize a few of these:

Exam and digital scan

CAD/CAM design

Temporary crown

In-house verification

Final fitting

How We Design and Fit Your Crown

Crowns at Union Dental

What makes Denita clinic stand out

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a dental crown last?

Does getting a crown hurt?

How many visits does a crown take?

Do I need a crown or just a filling?

Will my crown look like a real tooth?

Do I need a crown after a root canal?

Where can I find dental crowns near me in Las Vegas?

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