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Dental Crowns

Dental Crowns in Raleigh & Wake Forest, NC

Custom crowns that restore a damaged or weakened tooth's strength, shape, and appearance — matched to your smile and backed by our 5-year limited warranty.

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A dental crown is a custom "cap" that covers a damaged, weak, or heavily filled tooth — restoring its strength, shape, and appearance so it looks and works like a natural tooth.

When a tooth is cracked, worn down, deeply decayed, or left fragile after a large filling or root canal, a filling alone often isn't enough to protect it. A crown wraps the whole visible tooth, holding it together and letting you bite and chew with confidence again.

At Village Dental, crowns are designed to disappear into your smile — shaped and shaded to match the teeth around them. And because we plan and place them in-house across all four offices, the same team that spots the problem is the one that fixes it.

When a crown helps

What crowns are used for

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Cracked or broken teeth

Rebuild a tooth that's fractured or chipped, protecting what's left from further damage.

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After a root canal

A treated tooth becomes brittle — a crown restores its strength and seals it for the long term.

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Large or failing fillings

When a filling is too big to hold, a crown gives the tooth a durable, full-coverage repair.

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Worn-down teeth

Restore height and shape to teeth flattened by grinding or years of wear.

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Cosmetic reshaping

Improve the look of a misshapen or discolored tooth while strengthening it at the same time.

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Topping an implant

The natural-looking crown that completes a dental implant and finishes your smile.

The process

What to expect

Exam & plan

We assess the tooth, talk through your options, and confirm a crown is the right fit.

Prepare & capture

The tooth is gently shaped and we capture a precise impression or digital scan so your crown fits perfectly.

Protect

You leave comfortable while your custom crown is made — with a temporary in place if needed.

Place & polish

Your final crown is fitted, adjusted for a natural bite, and polished to match your smile.

Our crowns are backed by a 5-year limited warranty — almost nobody else in the Triangle stands behind their work that way.

Available across the Triangle

Crowns at all four offices

Every Village Dental office offers crown and restorative care — book at whichever is closest to home.

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FAQ

Common questions about dental crowns

How long do dental crowns last?
With good care, crowns commonly last many years. At Village Dental, crowns are backed by a 5-year limited warranty, and daily brushing, flossing, and regular checkups help them last well beyond that.
Does getting a crown hurt?
The tooth is fully numbed, so the procedure itself is comfortable. Some mild sensitivity afterward is normal and fades quickly. For anxious patients, we offer nitrous and oral sedation at every office.
What are crowns made of?
We use tooth-colored porcelain and ceramic materials that are shaped and shaded to blend in with your natural teeth, so the crown looks like it belongs.
Are crowns covered by insurance?
Many dental plans cover a portion of crown treatment when it's needed to restore a tooth. Our front desk verifies your benefits beforehand, so you'll know what to expect before we begin.

Protect and restore your tooth

Book a visit at the Village Dental office closest to you and we'll walk you through your options.

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