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Crowns

Crowns services offered in San Antonio, Helotes and Shavano Park, TX


Crowns

Crowns services offered in San Antonio, Helotes and Shavano Park, TX


Chips, cracks, discoloration, or tooth decay can happen when you least expect it. At Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces, with four locations in San Antonio and an office in Helotes, Texas, the dental team offers custom-fitted dental crowns to repair imperfect teeth and restore a gorgeous smile. Schedule an evaluation by phone or request one online today.

 

Crowns Q&A

What are crowns?

Crowns are dental restorations that repair teeth that are damaged, decaying, or even missing. The crowns are tooth-colored caps that fit over the surface of a tooth or artificial teeth that bond to dental implants and replace missing permanent teeth. Crowns look and function just like your natural teeth. 


When do you need a dental crown?

Crowns at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces can treat teeth that are:

  • Chipped
  • Cracked
  • Decaying
  • Broken
  • Discolored
  • Weak 
  • Infected
  • Loose
  • Missing 
  • Extracted
  • Misshapen 

Crowns can also restore and protect teeth after a root canal. The skilled Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces team evaluates your individual circumstances to determine which tooth restoration is best.


Am I a candidate for crowns?

To determine if crowns are right for you, the Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces experts discuss your oral health history, review the results of your dental X-rays, examine your gums and teeth, and ask about your cosmetic goals. They tailor a treatment plan that best suits you.

In addition to dental crowns, Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces offers dental bridges, dentures, teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental bonding, dental fillings, and smile makeovers. 


What should I expect when receiving a crown?

Your dentist digitally scans your mouth to create an exact 3D replica of the outside of your tooth. A dental lab makes your new tooth out of ceramic, porcelain, or metal. When it’s ready, your dentist bonds it over the top of your natural tooth. 

Before receiving an implant-supported crown, your dentist inserts a dental implant into your jawbone and allows bone tissues to heal around the implant. They then attach an artificial tooth to the implant to fill in gaps left by missing permanent teeth.


What happens afterward?

After receiving a crown, it’s vital to care for it properly to ensure it lasts a long time — even a decade or longer. Don’t chew on hard objects, limit sugary foods and drinks, brush your teeth after meals, and floss every day. Schedule dental cleanings and exams at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces at least every six months, and call the office if your crown gets damaged.

Schedule an appointment at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces by calling the office or using the online booking feature today to determine if crowns are right for you. 

 

I went here for a root canal yesterday scared out of my mind but Dr Smith and his assistant were beyond amazing! I highly recommend you see Adam Smith for any dental issues you won’t regret it.
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Chelsey V.
Dr. Smith is absolutely fantastic. All the staff is amazing and very helpful. Customer satisfaction is the best I've received at any dentist. The procedures are essentially painless and the equipment and tools are advanced and updated. Big thank you to Sandra and Derek who are very knowledgeable, professional, and great to work with. The office is near and clean with a little theater for everyone and an arcade machine for entertainment. Would not recommend any other dentist. Thank you again Dr. Smith!
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Mohsin S.
First time there with my 4 children. Loved their hospitality always made us feel welcomed and answered all of my questions patiently. My children hate dental visits and this was the first smooth visit we've ever had at the dentist.. Dr. Melendez was great and so was the entire staff at the Mission clinic on Roosevelt.
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Veronica S.
Been coming here since they opened this location and I can honestly say..I'm comfortable I have had all my kids come here..love the way they work with you I have not had problems. The crew is incredible as well as the Dentist..too bad they changed the crew but we just went recently to get braces on my daughter ...we were in and out was fast and the 2 girls who helped us were very friendly...and were on point with everything we asked them..plus the girl who help prep my daughter with her braces was very nice and really knew what she was doing hands on kind of person..which I loved..I hope she gets noticed for her hard work ..she made everything look easy..I cant wait to go see her when I'm ready to put my braces on..I would recommend anyone to go to this inviting Dentistry....May I say I'm a very picky mom so trust me when I say ...its a 5 star
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Jennifer R.
Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff always welcoming and makes you feel comfortable. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to sit and watch a movie or to play with the arcade games. Like how they explain and go over everything that will be done.
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Cindy F.
Really nice workers. They know what they are doing. Girls on the front very polite and friendly. Dr. Rice knows what's she is doing. I really recommend this dentist office.
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Nancy A.
Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff Always Make All My 5 Kids Feel comfortable whether it’s for cleaning or dental work and Orthodontics. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to either sit and watch a movie or TV or Arcade games. And there’s also refreshments like water or coffee or tea to Brew in a Keurig machine I enjoy a cup of coffee when I sit and wait.
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Naomi G.
I love this place !!!! I’ve been bringing my daughter here for about 8 or 9 years and I’ve always had a great experience. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. You won’t regret it!
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Savannah C.
They have a great friendly staff, Ashley is very attentive. Both my daughter and I come here for our dental needs. They make her feel comfortable and safe. I've had my wisdom teeth pulled and fillings done here. They make sure you don't feel any pain.
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Brian M.
Great service such an awesome staff. I love the environment. I love how the staff makes mydaughter feel so comfortable. I will definitely come back!
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Laura V.
My daughter just had dental work with Dr. Smith and assisting him was Juliet and Karla. Dr.Smith was great and so were Karla and Juliet very friendly my daughter did not feel anything awesome dental work and customer service and front office staff were very friendly and sufficient a great experience. I have been bringing my kids here for about 4 years.Bring your kids to this dental office located on Ingram.
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Gina R.
I have switched dentists for my son a couple of times. I think we are sticking to this place, the staff is always friendly and very helpful. The dentist are thorough and patient. Great set up in the lobby.
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Herlinda V.
My daughter and I believe we chose the right place for her braces. The employees are always so nice and helpful. I recommend smile structure on Ingram. Staff is professional with a smile aways on there faces.
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Letty T.
My first visit & I loved how they were very patient & took there time to get my daughter to get comfortable since she gets very nervous she loved ot as well & can't wait to come back thanks to the staff!!!!! I would really recommend this place.
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Jessica G.
Everyone was great! Sandra in billing is very informative of our options and took care of our needs during my sons procedure.
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Leticia P.