Restore Strength & Beauty to Your Smile in
Dublin, OH
the strength, function, and natural appearance of damaged teeth.
LIfespan with care
What is a crown?
A cap that covers and protects a damaged tooth โ completely.
A dental crown (also called a cap) is a custom-made restoration that fits over the entire visible portion of a damaged or weakened tooth, from the gum line up. Unlike a filling, which only fills a cavity, a crown encases the whole tooth โ restoring its original shape, strength, and appearance while protecting the remaining structure from further damage.
Most dental insurance plans cover 50โ80% of crown costs
Quality restorations at honest prices
Your exact cost is confirmed before any work begins.
Benefits of Porcelain Crowns
Natural Appearance
Tooth-colored porcelain blends seamlessly with your smile.
Durability & Strength
Designed to withstand daily chewing and function.
Long-Lasting Protection
Helps prevent further damage to weakened teeth.
Custom Fit
Precisely designed for comfort and bite alignment.
Stain-Resistant Material
Maintains its appearance over time.
What to Expect During Treatment
Dr. Sadineni will recommend the best approach for your situation.
Same-Day Crown (CEREC):
- Digital scan of your tooth
- In-office design and milling
- Crown placed the same day
Traditional Crown Process
- Tooth preparation and impressions
- Temporary crown placement
- Final crown placed at a follow-up visit
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Your crown appointment, step by step
20โ30 min
Examination & shade selection
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30โ45 min
Tooth preparation
Under local anaesthetic, the tooth is shaped to receive the crown โ removing a consistent layer of enamel to create a precise seat.
15 min
Digital scan or impression
An iTero digital scan (or traditional impression) captures the exact shape of the prepared tooth and surrounding bite.
60โ90 min
60โ90 min
CEREC: milled in-office in 60โ90 minutes. Traditional: sent to a specialist lab โ ready in 10โ14 days with a temporary worn in the interim.
20โ30 min
Fitting & cementation
The crown is tried in, adjusted for perfect fit and bite, then permanently bonded using dual-cure resin cement.
Visit 1 (CEREC: complete same day)
Visit 2 (traditional only)
Our in-office CEREC CAD/CAM milling system designs and mills your crown chairside โ no temporary crown, no second appointment, no waiting two weeks for a lab. You come in with a broken tooth and leave with a finished, permanent porcelain crown in the same afternoon.
- No temporary crown needed
- No messy impressions โ digital scan only
- Crown designed, milled, and fitted same day
- Questions Before Your Visit?
Frequently Asked Questions
From scheduling your first appointment to exploring Invisalign, insurance, and payment options, weโre here to help you feel informed about your dental care.
What is a dental crown used for?
A crown covers and protects a tooth that’s damaged, weakened, or badly decayed, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. It’s one of the most dependable ways to save a tooth that might otherwise need to come out.
Can I really get a crown in one visit?
In many cases, yes. Thanks to same-day technology, we can design and place a porcelain crown in a single appointment. No temporary crown, no second visit needed.
How long do porcelain crowns last?
With good care, porcelain crowns typically hold up for ten to fifteen years, sometimes longer. Keeping up with oral hygiene and easing up on heavy grinding both help stretch that lifespan.
Is getting a crown painful?
We numb the area with local anesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel pain during the procedure itself. A little sensitivity afterward is normal and usually settles within a few days.
Will a porcelain crown match the color of my natural teeth?
Yes, that’s one of the best things about porcelain. We custom-shade every crown so it blends right in with your surrounding teeth, and the result looks completely natural.
What's the difference between a crown and a veneer?
A crown wraps around the entire tooth and is mainly there to restore strength after damage or decay, while a veneer only covers the front surface and is more about cosmetic improvement. We’ll help you figure out which one your tooth actually needs.
How do I care for a tooth after getting a crown?
Treat it like any other tooth: regular brushing, flossing, and checkups. Just go easy on especially hard foods, and your crown should last as long as it’s meant to.