Porcelain Crowns in Avondale, AZ
If you have a cracked tooth, a deep cavity, or a tooth that’s lost, most of its structure rarely gets better on its own. If you leave it untreated, the damage tends to spread, and the tooth becomes harder to save. So what should you do?
At Desert Lake Family Dentistry, our porcelain crowns in Avondale are shaped and shaded to match your bite and the teeth around them, whether you need one crown or a full restoration.
What We Offer:
- Custom-shaded porcelain crowns
- Same-day CEREC crowns
- Crowns after root canal treatment
- Digital scans, no messy impressions
Same-Day CEREC Crowns Available
CareCredit & Cherry Financing
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Convenient Avondale Location
When Do You Need Porcelain Dental Crowns?
Sensitivity or Ache
A tooth that hurts when you bite down, or reacts strongly to hot and cold, may need a crown before the damage spreads further.
A Cavity Too Large for a Filling
When decay covers too much of the tooth, a filling can't hold up on its own, and a crown becomes the sturdier option.
A Cracked or Weakened Tooth
A chip, crack, or a tooth weakened by a past root canal needs a protective cover to keep it from breaking further.
A Misshapen or Discolored Tooth
A tooth that's oddly shaped or heavily stained can be reshaped and covered with a crown that blends with your smile.
Issues Porcelain Dental Crowns Help Fix
A Toothache That Won't Go Away
Ongoing pain or sensitivity in one tooth that hasn't improved on its own.
A Cracked or Broken Tooth
Often from grinding, an injury, or biting down on something hard.
A Tooth After a Root Canal
Once a tooth has had root canal treatment, it often needs a crown to stay protected long-term.
A Large or Failing Filling
An old filling that's cracked, loose, or too large for the remaining tooth to support safely.
Not Sure If This Applies?
Call us, and we'll help you figure out if a crown is the right fit for your tooth.
What to Expect During Your Porcelain Crown Procedure
Initial Exam and Digital Scan
We check the tooth, take a digital scan or X-ray, and confirm a crown is the right treatment.
Tooth Preparation
We reshape the tooth to make room for the crown and remove any remaining decay.
Temporary Crown Placement
While your permanent crown is being made, we fit you with a temporary crown to protect the tooth.
Fit and Bite Check
Once your permanent crown is ready, we check its fit, shape, and bite before it's permanently bonded.
Final Bonding and Aftercare
We bond the crown in place and go over how to care for it at home.
What We Offer for Damaged or Weakened Teeth
Porcelain Crowns
We custom-shade and shape each porcelain crown to protect the tooth and blend naturally with your smile.
Crowns After Root Canal
We place a protective crown once your root canal treatment is complete, so the tooth stays strong long-term.
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
We combine crowns with full mouth rehabilitation when several teeth need attention at once.
Complete Dentures
For teeth that can't be saved, our complete dentures restore a full, functional smile.
Aftercare and Habit Counseling
We walk you through how to protect your new crown, including habits that wear it down faster.
Good and Bad Habits for a Crowned Tooth
Habits to Avoid
- Avoid chewing ice, pens, or other hard non-food objects.
- Limit sticky or very hard foods on the crowned tooth right after placement.
- Avoid skipping regular cleanings, even though the crown itself can't decay.
- After bonding, avoid biting down hard until any numbness wears off.
Habits That Help
- Brush and floss around the crown just as you would a natural tooth.
- * Wear a sleep nightguard if you grind your teeth at night.
- Keep up with checkups every six months so we can check the crown's fit.
- Mention any new sensitivity or looseness right away, rather than waiting.
Meet Our Porcelain Crown Dentist in Avondale
Dr. Shayegan, DMD, FICOI
For more than 25 years, Dr. Shayegan has treated damaged and worn teeth for patients across Avondale, from a single cracked tooth to a full-mouth restoration. He builds each crown around fit and appearance first, backed by decades of hands-on restorative and implant experience in one family practice.
Credentials
D.M.D., Tufts University, 1997 · Member of AGD, ADA, AACD, AAID · FICOI, Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists · Arizona License 4772 · Practicing since 1997
Services provided by an Arizona licensed general dentist.
Cost, Insurance, and Financing
Insurance Accepted
We accept most major insurance plans, including Cigna, MetLife, Aetna, Guardian, Principal, United Concordia Dental, and Delta Dental.
Flexible Payment Options
If you don't have insurance, we offer Cherry and CareCredit financing, so a damaged tooth doesn't have to wait on cost alone.
What to Expect?
Coverage depends on your plan and whether the crown is considered medically necessary. We'll confirm your benefits and the total cost before starting treatment.
Modern Technology for a Better-Fitting Crown
Digital Scanning
Digital scans replace messy impression material and let us design your crown with a more precise fit.
Same-Day CEREC Crowns
For many teeth, we can design, mill, and place a finished crown in one visit, without a temporary or a second appointment.
Comfort-First Technology
We choose tools and techniques that keep the visit efficient and comfortable from start to finish. Results and Expectations
Porcelain Crowns for Front Teeth
Matching Shade and Shape
We match the crown's color, size, and shape to the teeth beside it, so it doesn't stand out.
Thinner, More Translucent Porcelain
Front teeth often use a more translucent porcelain that lets light pass through the way a natural tooth does.
A Precise, Comfortable Bite
We check the crown against your bite and speech before it's permanently bonded in place.
What Our Patients Say About Our Services
FAQs
How much are porcelain crowns?
The cost of our porcelain crowns in Avondale depends on the tooth and the materials used. We'll confirm the exact cost before treatment.
Will my insurance cover a crown?
Many plans cover part of the cost when a crown is medically necessary, though purely cosmetic cases are often not covered. We'll help you check your benefits.
Do I need a root canal before getting a crown?
Not always. A crown is often placed after a root canal to protect the tooth, but many crowns go on teeth that never needed one.
How long does a porcelain crown last?
With good care, a porcelain crown typically lasts 5 to 15 years, and often longer.
How do I care for a crown after it's placed?
Brush and floss around it like a natural tooth, avoid chewing ice or hard objects, and keep up with regular checkups.
What if my crown feels loose or uncomfortable?
Call us right away. A loose or uneven crown is easy to adjust, and it's best not to wait.
Crown vs root canal: What's the difference?
A root canal removes infected tissue inside a tooth to save it. A crown is a cap placed over a tooth for protection. Many teeth need both: a root canal to treat, then a crown to protect.
Learn From Dr. Shayegan
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Updated: 04/23/2026 A dental crown is a common treatment dentists use to restore damaged or weakened teeth. Crowns cover the entire visible portion of a tooth
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