Improve Your Smile’s Strength and Appearance with High-Quality Dental Crowns

Dr. Subherwal can transform your smile with crowns in just a few appointments. Your treatment starts with a consultation to examine the tooth using digital X-rays and other diagnostic tools. Unless your tooth is infected or irreparably damaged, you only need a crown to restore its function.

The doctor prepares your tooth for a crown by removing the decayed/damaged portions before reshaping the enamel to accommodate your crown’s thickness. The dentist ensures ultimate comfort during tooth preparation by numbing your gums with local anesthetics. After tooth preparation, we’ll take your digital scans and send the records to our dental lab to custom-make your crown. Until we receive your new crown, we’ll restore your prepped tooth with an interim crown.

The dental lab fabricates your crown precisely, matching your tooth’s color, shape, and size. When your new crown is ready, we’ll schedule an appointment for placement at our office. On delivery day, we’ll remove your temporary crown and clean your tooth before trying your permanent restoration. We often make a few last-minute tweaks until your crown looks natural and fits comfortably. After ensuring everything is in place, we’ll permanently bond your crown to your tooth using dental cement.

Don’t let damaged or decayed teeth ruin your smile and quality of life. Dental crowns in Redmond, WA, can give your damaged smile a second chance—call (425) 584-3242 to schedule an appointment with Smile Studios for high-quality crowns.

Crowns are commonly recommended for teeth with large fillings that compromise the tooth's strength and for teeth that are cracked, fractured, or weakened from injury or decay. They are also essential after root canal treatment to protect the treated tooth. In addition to providing structural support, crowns restore chewing function and prevent further damage. They can also enhance the tooth's appearance by covering discoloration, misshapen areas, or other cosmetic imperfections, helping to create a natural, healthy-looking smile.

Crowns can be made from several materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys, or a combination called porcelain-fused-to-metal. Porcelain and ceramic crowns are popular for their natural look, while metal crowns are known for durability, especially on back teeth.

The process usually takes two dental visits. During the first appointment, the dentist carefully removes any decay and reshapes the tooth to create enough space for the crown. An impression of your prepared tooth is then taken and sent to a dental lab, where your custom crown is precisely crafted. Meanwhile, a temporary crown protects the tooth and maintains function. At the second visit, the dentist will remove the temporary restoration and securely cement the permanent crown, ensuring a comfortable fit and natural appearance.

With proper oral hygiene and routine dental visits, crowns typically last 10 to 15 years or more. Avoiding habits like grinding teeth or biting hard items can further increase their durability.

Contemporary dental crowns are skillfully designed to match your natural teeth. Porcelain and ceramic crowns can be precisely color-matched to adjacent teeth, making them virtually indistinguishable when you smile, speak, or laugh. With advancements in dental materials, crowns look incredibly natural, providing both function and aesthetics.

Yes. Dental crowns restore the natural shape, size, and function of damaged or weakened teeth, which helps to improve bite alignment and overall chewing efficiency. By covering and protecting the tooth, crowns provide added strength and stability, reducing discomfort and sensitivity when eating. This restoration can also prevent further wear or damage to surrounding teeth, promoting better oral health and comfort during everyday activities like chewing and speaking.