Dental Crowns in Fairfax, VA
Custom Restorations & Conservative, Patient-First Care
Custom porcelain for a natural appearance
Crafted at a local American lab
Emergency crown repair available
Conservative approach, no over-treatment
Why Choose Fairfax Family Dental Care for Crowns
Crowns From a Local Lab
We partner with a skilled American lab just blocks away. This means faster turnaround, tighter quality control, and beautifully customized porcelain crowns. They’re usually back and ready to place within one to two weeks.
Honest, Conservative Recommendations
We only recommend a crown when it's truly the right choice for your tooth. If a smaller filling or onlay will protect it just as well, we'll tell you so you never pay for treatment you don't need.
An Experienced, Full-Service Team
Drs. Kirksey and Simanek are ABOI Diplomates, and our team has cared for Fairfax families for decades. From routine crowns to emergency repairs and full implant restorations, everything is handled right here in our office.
Do You Need Emergency Dental Care? We Offer Care When You Need It Most
While the signs of a dental emergency are typically obvious, many patients put off scheduling an appointment in hopes that the issue will resolve on its own. However, this is rarely the case. If you are dealing with any of the following dental problems, call us immediately to book an emergency appointment. These are all indications that you need a new crown or crown replacement:
Our dentists offer same-day care to restore your tooth, provide a temporary crown, and begin the process of creating your restoration. If you have saved your crown, we may be able to reattach it to the tooth.
What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that restores the function and appearance of a damaged tooth. A crown is also placed following root canal therapy to help provide additional strength and protection to the tooth structure. Crowns are often used to address cracked, chipped, or worn teeth, and they can be paired with dental implants to replace a missing tooth.
Types of Dental Crowns
Crowns can be fabricated from a wide range of materials, including metal, ceramic, zirconia, and porcelain. Most patients at our office choose a tooth-colored option for optimal aesthetics. Your dentist in Fairfax, VA, offers various types of crowns:
Used in dentistry for decades, a traditional crown acts as a cap on the affected tooth, offering reinforcement. It restores the size, shape, and appearance of a natural tooth.
An implant-supported crown is attached to a dental implant rather than a natural tooth. Dental implants are a permanent solution and provide a solid foundation for a dental crown.
Crowns can be used to keep a dental bridge in place. Typically, crowns are placed on the teeth adjacent to the gap left by the missing tooth or teeth to secure the bridge in place.
Will your crown look like your tooth, and feel like one too?
After more than 40 years in Fairfax, I have learned the bite is where a crown quietly succeeds or fails. I walk through how I get both the fit and the shade right, plus the one step I want you to take before we ever start.
The Extraordinary Benefits of Dental Crowns
Durable
Dental crowns are designed to withstand tremendous force. They restore your ability to eat and chew without worrying about breaking or damaging your tooth. Whether you have a root canal infection or chipped tooth, crowns can help.
Natural-Looking
Thanks to the advanced materials used in dentistry today, such as porcelain or zirconia, crowns look and feel incredibly natural. They are crafted to blend in with your natural teeth, so no one will ever know you had dental work.
Long-Lasting
Crowns are a reliable and long-term prosthetic that provides a wealth of benefits. Porcelain crowns have an average lifespan of 15 years, but they can last over two decades with proper care and maintenance.
Dental Crowns
and Insurance
When a dental crown is considered medically necessary by a dentist, dental insurance policies typically offer partial or full coverage for the cost of the crown. During your appointment, our team will check with your insurance provider and provide you with a quote that details the costs covered by insurance and any out-of-pocket costs that you are responsible for paying.
Am I a Candidate for a Dental Crown?
In general, those considering dental crowns must have sufficient healthy tooth structure remaining. During a consultation at our Fairfax, VA, office, our dentists can help determine if this treatment option is right for you. You may qualify for a dental crown if you have:
- A tooth that is chipped, broken, or fractured
- Significant dental decay
- A weak tooth that needs reinforcement
- Dental erosion due to bruxism (teeth grinding)
- Finished root canal treatment
- A dental implant that needs to be restored
- A traditional dental bridge placed
While crowns are a common restorative treatment option, they are also used for cosmetic purposes. Dental crowns can be used to conceal misshapen teeth or to address deep stains and discoloration that don't respond to teeth whitening.
The Dental Crown Treatment Timeline
In most cases, dental crown placement can be completed in just two visits to our Fairfax, VA, dental office.
We use a trusted local lab, which is just a few blocks away. This ensures a higher level of quality control over the finished product.
Contact our practice online to send us a message or call us in Fairfax at (703) 385-0303 to ask a question or schedule an appointment.
Dental Crown Aftercare: Common FAQs
Will I experience pain or side effects after dental crown treatment?
Immediately following your dental crown placement, you may notice slight tenderness and sensitivity. These side effects are to be expected and should diminish within a few days. To reduce discomfort, you can take pain medication, chew in a different area of the mouth, and consume soft foods. Most patients can return to work and other normal activities right away.
How long do dental crowns last?
Although your custom crown may be referred to as a permanent crown, it will eventually need to be replaced when it begins to look worn or becomes dislodged or loose. At Fairfax Family Dental Care, we commonly see dental crowns that last 10 to 15 years or more with proper oral care.
How do I care for my crown?
Caring for your crown is just like caring for your natural teeth. Brush twice a day, floss daily, and attend dental exams and cleanings every six months to maintain good oral health. Avoid using a hard-bristled toothbrush or abrasive toothpaste. It is also important to refrain from bad dental habits, such as using the teeth as tools (for example, opening bottles with your teeth).
