Dental Crowns in Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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If you think that you have a damaged tooth and need a dental crown, Dr. Ritu and Dr. Sushant Dhadwal are here to help. Dental crowns are the best option for restoring teeth with deep cavities, protecting teeth after root canals, restoring teeth damaged by dental trauma, and more.
Our dentists have decades of combined experience in restorative dentistry, and we’ve invested in the latest dental technology at SmilesHUB to ensure the best possible outcome from your crown treatment. We even offer sedation dentistry to keep you feeling comfortable throughout your visit.
Dental crowns are hollow, false teeth. They are designed to cover up a damaged tooth all the way down to the gums. This restores its size, shape, and function. With a crown, you can restore your tooth and get back to your daily routine without any pain, discomfort, or worries about future complications.
Crowns can be made of lots of different materials, and metal crowns made of materials like gold were more common in the past. Today, though, most dentists prefer to use ceramic crowns made from materials like zirconia and porcelain.
Ceramic materials are ideal for dental crowns because they can be matched perfectly to the color of your teeth. They are also strong and durable enough to hold up to the forces of biting and chewing, even in rear teeth.
Dental crowns are typically used to treat patients with damaged teeth. For example, Dr. Sushant or Dr. Ritu may recommend dental crowns for issues such as:
However, dental crowns are sometimes recommended for cosmetic purposes if other treatments like veneers or dental bonding are not a good choice. The best way to find out if you’re a good candidate for dental crowns in Oakbrook Terrace is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Sushant or Dr. Ritu Dhadwal at SmilesHUB!
First, you’ll meet with Dr. Ritu or Dr. Sushant at our office. Your dentist will examine your teeth, take X-rays, and determine if a crown is the right option for you. Once you’re approved, Ritu or Dr. Sushant will also discuss the treatment timeline, costs, and all of the other details about what you can expect from your visit.
At your next visit, your dentist will begin by cleaning up the treatment area and numbing your mouth. We also offer sedation dentistry options to keep you more comfortable during your visit, if needed. Once your mouth is numb, your dentist will use a dental drill to remove any damaged material from your tooth, and shape it into a strong, stable platform for your new crown.
Next, your dentist will use a handheld 3D scanner to take digital impressions of your teeth. These scans will be used to design your permanent crown. Then, Dr. Ritu or Dr. Sushant will attach a temporary crown to your tooth. This will protect it until your permanent crown is built by a dental lab.
As experts in digital smile design, Dr. Ritu or Dr. Sushant will work closely with you to determine the ideal shape, color, and overall appearance for your crown. Once they finalize the design, they will send it to a dental lab. Your new crown will be handcrafted by an expert lab technician, then sent back to our office within 2-3 weeks.
Once your final crown arrives at SmilesHub, you’ll come back for one last visit with Dr. Sushant or Dr. Ritu. They will start by removing your temporary crown, then cleaning up your tooth. The next step is to check the fit of your permanent crown and make sure it fits correctly. Your dentist will make any final adjustments for a perfect fit, then bond it in place permanently with dental cement.
If you have an infected or severely damaged tooth, you may need to get a root canal before you can get a dental crown. Dr. Sushant or Dr. Ritu will let you know if a root canal is necessary during your initial dental visit to SmilesHUB.
Other than that, you don’t have to do anything special before your visit. If you choose to get oral conscious sedation or IV sedation at SmilesHUB, though, you will not be able to drive yourself home from your appointment. You will need to make sure you bring a responsible adult to drive you home and keep an eye on you as the effects of your sedation wear off.
You can get back to your normal routine immediately. Some patients even go back to work or school right after a dental crown. Once your numbing wears off, you can start eating again. You may feel a little bit of sensitivity and discomfort for a few days after your visit. This is normal.
If you get a temporary crown, it’s best to avoid chewing on that side of your mouth when possible, and to avoid super crunchy, sticky, and gummy foods that could dislodge the temporary crown. You should also be gentle when brushing and flossing around the temporary crown to ensure that it doesn't loosen.
Other than that, there’s nothing else you need to do as you recover. Make sure you come into SmilesHUB for your follow-ups as scheduled so that you can get your permanent porcelain crown as soon as possible.
At SmilesHUB, Dr. Ritu and Dr. Sushant Dhadwal have more than two decades of combined experience in restorative dentistry. Whether you’ve got a deep cavity, an infected tooth, or you’ve damaged a tooth due to an injury like a slip and fall, they can provide the expert care you need to get out of pain and restore your smile.
Not only that, but we offer digital smile design at our office. This means that you can enjoy a touchless impression process, see a preview of how your new tooth will look, and work with Dr. Sushant or Dr. Ritu to ensure a natural, seamless restoration that meets all of your expectations. If you need a dental crown in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, our dentists are standing by to assist you.
Not sure how much you’ll pay for a dental crown? The exact cost depends on your dentist, their location, the lab they use, and lots of other factors. Generally speaking, though, crowns range from $800 to $3000 per tooth in Illinois, with an average of about $1500 for most crowns.
Worried about treatment costs? We’ve got good news. At SmilesHUB, we’re in-network with most dental insurance companies, and crowns are typically covered under insurance plans. Every plan has different limits, deductibles, and annual maximums. During your visit to our office, we can check your benefits to make sure we minimize your out of pocket costs.
If you don’t have dental insurance, we also offer a membership plan at SmilesHUB. This membership plan covers all of your yearly preventive care, and offers a 10% discount on all other recommended treatments, including crowns.
Finally, we have also partnered with CareCredit to offer dental financing plans to qualifying patients. With CareCredit, you can split the costs of your treatment into low interest monthly installments that fit into your budget. Just ask our team about how you can apply and get qualified!
Whether you’re experiencing tooth pain, you have an old filling or crown that needs replacing, or you think you may need a dental crown for any other reason, Dr. Ritu and Dr. Sushant Dhadwal are here to help.
At SmilesHUB, we use the latest technology, a patient-focused approach to treatment, and the best materials to ensure fantastic results. With your new crown, you’ll be able to smile proudly for years and decades to come. Give us a call at (630) 592-8139 or contact us online to book your first visit and get expert dental care in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
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