Dental Crowns in Hillsboro, Oregon
Restore damaged teeth with beautiful, natural-looking dental crowns at East Wind Dental Care. Same-day CEREC crowns available – get a permanent crown in just one visit.
What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap placed over a damaged tooth to restore its size, shape, strength, and appearance. Crowns protect weak teeth, restore broken teeth, and improve cosmetic appearance.
Benefits of Dental Crowns:
- Restore Function – Chew and bite normally
- Natural Appearance – Matches surrounding teeth
- Durable – Lasts 10-15 years
- Protects Weak Teeth – Prevents further damage
- Same-Day Option – CEREC crowns in one visit
- Versatile – Treats multiple dental issues
When Are Crowns Needed?
Crowns are recommended for:
- Large Cavities – Too large for fillings
- Broken or Cracked Teeth – Restore structure
- Root Canal Treatment – Protect treated tooth
- Severely Worn Teeth – Restore height and function
- Dental Implants – Crown on implant post
- Cosmetic Enhancement – Improve shape, size, color
- Dental Bridge – Support for bridge
Types of Dental Crowns
Porcelain Crowns
Most natural-looking. Perfect for front teeth. Biocompatible.
Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM)
Strong metal base with porcelain exterior. Good for back teeth.
Zirconia Crowns
Extremely strong ceramic. Natural appearance. Metal-free.
Gold Crowns
Very durable. Long-lasting. Best for back molars where aesthetics less important.
Same-Day CEREC Crowns
Skip multiple visits and temporary crowns! CEREC technology creates permanent crowns in one appointment.
CEREC Benefits:
- One Visit – Complete in 2 hours
- No Temporaries – Walk out with permanent crown
- No Messy Impressions – Digital scans
- No Second Injection – Everything done same day
- High-Quality – Milled from solid ceramic block
- Natural Appearance – Computer-matched shade
The Crown Process
Traditional Crowns (2 visits):
Visit 1:
- Tooth prepared and shaped
- Impressions taken
- Temporary crown placed
- Lab fabricates crown (2 weeks)
Visit 2:
- Temporary removed
- Permanent crown bonded
- Final adjustments
CEREC Same-Day Crowns (1 visit):
- Digital scan of tooth
- Computer designs crown
- Crown milled in-office (20 minutes)
- Crown bonded to tooth
- Complete in 2 hours!
Caring for Your Crown
Crown care is simple:
- Brush twice daily
- Floss daily (especially around crown margin)
- Avoid chewing ice or hard candy
- Wear night guard if you grind teeth
- Regular dental checkups
Crown Cost
Pricing:
- Porcelain Crown: $1,200 – $1,800
- CEREC Same-Day Crown: $1,400 – $2,000
- Gold Crown: $1,500 – $2,500
Most dental insurance covers 50% of crown cost if medically necessary. We file insurance and offer financing.
Schedule Your Crown Consultation
Need a dental crown? Call (503) 614-0198 or book online for same-day crown options.
Restorative dentistry serving Hillsboro, Beaverton, Aloha, and West Portland.