Scottsville Family Dentistry

Restore Your Smile

Dental Crowns

A custom-made cap that covers and protects a tooth that's been damaged, weakened, or root-canaled — built to last for years.

A dental crown is a precise, tooth-shaped cap that fits over a tooth that has been damaged by a large cavity, a crack, a fracture, or a root canal. The crown restores the tooth's strength, shape, and appearance — and protects what is left of the natural tooth underneath.

Dr. Azevedo and Dr. Lee place crowns made from modern porcelain materials that match the color of your other teeth and stand up to years of normal chewing. The fit and color are designed for your mouth specifically — when a crown is done well, no one should be able to tell it is there.

A crown is usually a two-visit process. At the first visit we shape the tooth and take a precise digital scan or impression, then place a temporary crown. At the second visit, about two weeks later, your permanent crown is bonded into place.

Why it matters

  • ✓Saves a tooth that would otherwise be lost
  • ✓Modern porcelain materials match your natural tooth color
  • ✓Restores full chewing strength
  • ✓Often lasts 15+ years with normal care

Questions we hear

Why do I need a crown after a root canal?+
A tooth that has had a root canal is more brittle than a healthy tooth and can crack with normal chewing. A crown protects it and helps the tooth last for many more years. Skipping the crown often means losing the tooth.
How long do crowns last?+
A well-cared-for crown typically lasts 10 to 20 years, and many last longer. Good brushing, flossing, and avoiding habits like chewing ice or hard candy go a long way.
Will it look natural?+
Yes. Modern porcelain crowns are matched to the shade and translucency of your nearby teeth. For front teeth especially, we take time with the color match so the crown blends in.