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Dental Crowns in Union, NJ
A dental crown is a custom cap that covers and protects a damaged, cracked, or heavily filled tooth, restoring its strength and appearance. Union Family Dental places durable, natural-looking crowns for patients across Union County.
The essentials
What is a dental crown?
A crown surrounds the visible portion of a tooth to restore its shape, strength, bite, and appearance when a filling alone cannot provide enough support.
Crowns may be made from tooth-colored ceramic or other durable materials. They are commonly used after root canal therapy, for a large fracture or filling, and as the visible restoration on a dental implant.
Michael Hogan, DDS, and the Union Family Dental team in Union, NJ evaluate the remaining tooth structure and bite before recommending a crown.
Your crown procedure
How does the process work at Union Family Dental?
A custom crown is planned to fit comfortably, protect the tooth, and blend with your smile.
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Prepare
The tooth is numbed, damaged material is removed, and the tooth is shaped to support the crown.
First visit -
Scan
A digital impression records the prepared tooth, nearby teeth, and bite for accurate design.
At the preparation visit -
Fit
The custom crown is checked for fit, shade, margins, and contact before it is secured.
Placement visit -
Bite check
The crown is adjusted and polished so your bite feels natural and comfortable.
Before you leave
Is it right for you?
Am I a good candidate?
A crown may be appropriate when a tooth can be preserved but needs more protection than a filling can provide.
- You have a cracked, broken, or heavily worn tooth
- A large filling has weakened the remaining structure
- The tooth has completed root canal therapy
- You need the final restoration for a dental implant
An examination and X-ray help determine whether the tooth is restorable and which crown material is appropriate.
Planning your care
How much does a dental crown cost in Union, NJ?
Cost varies with the crown material, tooth location, foundation required, and whether treatment such as a root canal is completed first. We provide a personalized estimate after evaluation.
Many insurance plans provide partial benefits for medically necessary crowns. Coverage, deductibles, annual limits, and financing eligibility vary.
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Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Crown longevity varies with material, bite forces, hygiene, diet, and grinding. Regular exams help detect wear or leakage early.
Local anesthetic keeps the tooth comfortable during preparation. Temporary sensitivity afterward is possible.
There is no difference. “Cap” is a common name for the dental restoration clinicians call a crown.
Many plans cover part of a medically necessary crown, subject to eligibility, deductibles, frequency rules, and annual limits.
Ready to get started?
Protect and rebuild your tooth
Book with Dr. Hogan or the Union Family Dental team.