Dental Crowns in Monterey, CA
Restore Strength and Beauty with Custom Crowns
At Dr. Sarah Frahm’s Monterey dental office, we offer custom dental crowns that are designed to repair and protect damaged teeth while blending beautifully with your natural smile. Using advanced CEREC technology, we create and place your crown in a single visit — no temporary crowns or follow-up appointments needed.
What Are Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns are custom-made caps that cover and protect damaged or weakened teeth. They restore the tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are commonly used to:
- Protect a tooth after a root canal
- Restore a broken or severely worn-down tooth
- Cover and support a tooth with a large filling
- Hold a dental bridge in place
- Cover misshapen or severely discolored teeth
- Cover a dental implant
We use strong, biocompatible materials like porcelain, ceramic, or gold, depending on your needs and preferences. Most patients choose natural-looking porcelain or ceramic to seamlessly match their existing teeth.
Same Day Dental Crowns With CEREC Technology
At our Monterey office, we use cutting-edge CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) technology to design, fabricate, and place your crown during a single appointment.
What to Expect:
- Digital Impressions: No messy trays — we take high-resolution digital scans of your tooth.
- Precision Design: Using CAD/CAM software, we custom-design your crown to fit your bite and anatomy.
- On-Site Fabrication: Your crown is milled on-site from durable ceramic that mimics natural enamel.
- Immediate Placement: Once it’s ready, we bond your new crown securely — all in one visit.
No need to wait weeks or wear a temporary crown. This streamlined process saves you time and delivers exceptional results.
Caring for your Crown
With proper care, a custom crown can last many years. Here’s how to maintain yours:
- Brush and floss daily to prevent decay around the crown
- Avoid chewing very hard foods or ice to prevent damage
- Schedule regular cleanings and checkups to monitor your crown
- Use a nightguard if you clench or grind your teeth (as recommended)
Dr. Frahm will provide personalized aftercare instructions to help extend the life of your restoration.
What Patients Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions
During the first 24-48 hours after getting your dental crown, you must avoid hard, sticky, and chewy food that can loosen or dislodge it. See more tips on dental crown care with “Caring for Your Dental Crowns: A Guide for Patients.”
Most dental insurance plans partially cover dental crown costs. Contact your insurance company to confirm. Get an idea of dental crown prices with “How much do dental crowns cost?”
After getting your custom dental crown, you may experience sore gums and food sensitivity for over two weeks. Learn what to do if you experience pain with our “Do dental crowns hurt?” article.
During the dental crown procedure, Dr. Frahm administers a local anesthetic to numb the affected teeth and surrounding gum tissue, preventing discomfort. We also provide sedation dentistry if needed.
Custom dental crowns last between 5 and 15 years, depending on how much you care for your teeth. Poor dental hygiene and habits that wear down teeth, such as bruxism, can shorten the crown’s lifespan. See “Why do you need a dental crown?” to know more.
Contact Us
If you are ready to see how quickly and beautifully our custom dental crown techniques can transform your smile, please call (831)-372-8011 today or contact Dr. Sarah Frahm. We serve patients in and around the communities of Monterey, Carmel, and Pebble Beach.