A dental crown is a cap that covers a tooth that is cracked, worn or heavily filled. For Palmetto patients, Dr. Pierpont offers crowns at Pier Dental, though we should say plainly that the trip is a long one.
We use a TRIOS 3D scanner rather than messy impression material, which many patients find far more comfortable.
Signs a tooth needs a crown
Pain when you bite, a large old filling, or a visible crack can all point to one. A crown holds the tooth together.
Waiting can turn a repairable tooth into one that needs a root canal or removal.
Learn more: Dental Crowns at Pier Dental
Root canal, then crown
Sometimes the nerve is infected and must be treated first. A crown then protects the tooth afterward.
We go over each step and the cost before anything begins.
Learn more: Root Canals at Pier Dental
Inlays and onlays in between
If damage is moderate, a partial restoration may save more of your natural tooth than a full crown.
This option suits some teeth and not others, and we decide that together.
Learn more: Inlays and Onlays at Pier Dental
About Palmetto
Palmetto sits on the Manatee River’s north bank and covers about 5.3 square miles of land. We know that driving for care is a real ask, so we try to make each visit count.
We are about 19 miles away in a straight line, with a longer road. Crown work may take two visits, and we aim to schedule them close together. Ask about CareCredit or our $499 savings plan.
Call (727) 363-6169 to have a tooth checked. We will tell you whether it needs a crown or something simpler.
