Restorative Services
Dental Crowns and Bridges in Lansing, MI
Dental Crowns: Restore and Protect Your Smile
If you have a damaged or missing tooth, Derksen Dentistry offers high-quality dental crowns in Lansing MI to restore your smile’s function and appearance. Whether you’re dealing with decay, cracks, or a recent root canal, a dental crown (also known as a tooth cap) can strengthen and protect your natural tooth structure while blending seamlessly with your smile.
We also provide custom dental bridges to fill the gap left by a missing tooth, restoring both aesthetics and bite alignment. Using the latest technology, including CEREC same-day crown fabrication, our team ensures every restoration is crafted for long-term durability, comfort, and appearance.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap placed over a damaged or weakened tooth. Crowns are used when a tooth is too compromised for a filling or needs added protection following a root canal or fracture. At Derksen Dentistry, we offer several types of crowns, including porcelain crowns, ceramic dental crowns, and same-day crowns using CEREC technology.
Common reasons you might need a crown include:
- Repairing a crown for broken tooth
- Covering a tooth with a large filling
- Restoring a cracked, chipped, or worn-down tooth
- Protecting a tooth after root canal therapy
- Completing a dental implant crown
- Supporting a dental bridge
Improving the color or shape of a misshapen or discolored tooth
Our Dental Crown Procedure
Your dental crown procedure begins with a full examination and digital imaging to assess the condition of the affected tooth. If you’re a candidate for a crown, we’ll prepare the tooth by gently reshaping it and taking precise images using our CEREC system.
Thanks to our advanced CEREC technology, we can often offer same-day crowns, which eliminates the need for multiple visits or temporary restorations. The crown is custom-milled on-site from high-quality ceramic material that mimics the color and translucency of natural teeth.
If a same-day solution isn’t appropriate for your case, we may use a temporary dental crown while your permanent one is fabricated in a dental lab.
Once the final crown is ready, it’s carefully bonded into place and checked for bite comfort and fit. With proper care, your new crown restoration can last 8–10 years or longer.
Porcelain and Ceramic Crowns
For patients seeking natural-looking results, we recommend porcelain crowns or ceramic dental crowns. These materials are highly durable and offer a lifelike appearance that’s ideal for visible teeth. They’re also biocompatible, making them a great choice for patients with metal sensitivities.For patients seeking natural-looking results, we recommend porcelain crowns or ceramic dental crowns. These materials are highly durable and offer a lifelike appearance that’s ideal for visible teeth. They’re also biocompatible, making them a great choice for patients with metal sensitivities.
Dental Bridges for Missing Teeth
A dental bridge is a non-removable solution for one or more missing teeth. It consists of a false tooth (or teeth) anchored by crowns placed on the adjacent natural teeth. Dental bridges not only improve the look of your smile, but they also restore your ability to chew and speak properly while preventing neighboring teeth from shifting.
Dr. Derksen will work closely with you to determine whether a traditional bridge or implant-supported bridge is the right solution for your needs.
Caring for Your Crown or Bridge
Maintaining good oral hygiene is key to protecting your crown or bridge. We recommend:
- Brushing twice daily and flossing carefully around the restoration
- Using fluoride toothpaste
- Avoiding sticky or extremely hard foods
- Visiting us for regular checkups and cleanings
With proper care, your crown or bridge will continue to function well and enhance your smile for years to come.
How Much Does a Crown Cost?
The cost of a dental crown varies depending on the type of material used, whether it’s part of an implant restoration, and your insurance coverage. We’ll provide a detailed treatment estimate during your consultation and discuss payment options to ensure your care is both effective and affordable.
Why Choose Derksen Dentistry for Dental Crowns in Lansing?
At Derksen Dentistry, we bring experience, advanced technology, and compassionate care together to provide top-tier dental crowns in Lansing MI. Our use of same-day CEREC crowns, personalized treatment plans, and high-quality materials ensures your restoration looks great and lasts.
Whether you need to repair a damaged tooth or replace a missing one with a bridge, we’re here to help you restore your oral health and confidence.
Schedule Your Crown or Bridge Consultation Today
If you’re looking for long-lasting, natural-looking dental crowns in Lansing, schedule a consultation with Dr. Daniel J. Derksen today. We’ll review your options, answer your questions, and help you achieve a healthy, complete smile.
Call us at (517) 371-5342 or request an appointment online
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If you are a candidate or have questions about dental bridges or crowns in Lansing or the surrounding area, get in touch with us today. To schedule an appointment for a full dental exam at our dental office, or if you have a question about this service, fill out the form on our contact page, or call us directly at
517-371-5342.