Aster Dental Centre provides crowns and bridges in Edmonton after an examination of the tooth, bite, gums, and surrounding teeth. These restorations may be considered for a damaged tooth or to replace a missing tooth.
The dentist examines the area and explains suitable options. If a crown or bridge is recommended, the plan may include preparation, a scan or impression, a temporary restoration, and a fitting appointment for the final restoration.
A crown is typically recommended when a tooth has lost more than 50% of its structure due to decay, fracture, or an old large filling that has failed. It is also placed routinely after root canal therapy, because a tooth treated with a root canal becomes brittle and is at high risk of fracture without full-coverage protection.
At Aster Dental Centre, Dr. Bhanushali uses intraoral camera images to show you exactly what is happening before recommending a crown. In our experience, patients who can see the crack or the failing filling themselves feel much more confident moving forward with treatment. We do not recommend crowns when a high-quality filling will do the job.
Aster Dental Centre uses porcelain, zirconia, and porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns depending on the location of the tooth and patient preference. Zirconia crowns are the most durable option, often lasting 15 to 25 years with good oral hygiene, and are particularly well-suited to back molars that absorb high biting forces. Porcelain and e-max crowns offer excellent aesthetics for visible front teeth.
All crown materials are shade-matched to your surrounding teeth using a colour guide so the restoration blends naturally. The final colour, shape, and contour are reviewed with you before the permanent crown is cemented.
Most crown and bridge procedures at Aster Dental Centre take two appointments scheduled 2 to 3 weeks apart. At the first visit, the tooth is prepared, an impression or digital scan is taken, and a temporary crown is placed to protect the tooth while the permanent restoration is fabricated at the dental lab. At the second visit, the temporary is removed, the fit and colour are checked, and the permanent crown is bonded into place.
For bridge cases, the process is similar but involves preparing the two anchor teeth (abutments) and fabricating a three-unit or longer bridge that spans the gap. Most patients report the temporary phase as comfortable, with mild sensitivity that resolves once the permanent crown is seated.
Dental crowns at Aster Dental Centre in Edmonton range from $1,100 to $2,200 CAD per tooth, depending on the material and complexity. Most Canadian dental plans, including Manulife, Sun Life, and Green Shield Canada, cover 50% of major restorative work after the annual deductible. The practice direct-bills all major insurers and will run a predetermination request for you before the procedure so you know your out-of-pocket cost in advance.
For patients without insurance, 0% financing is available to spread the cost. The team will provide a written cost estimate at your consultation.
At Aster Dental Centre, porcelain crowns typically last 10 to 15 years with proper care, while zirconia crowns often last 15 to 25 years. Longevity depends on oral hygiene, bite forces, and regular maintenance cleanings. Patients who grind their teeth are advised to wear a custom nightguard to protect their crowns. The dentist checks every crown at each annual exam.
At this time, Aster Dental Centre uses a traditional two-appointment crown process with lab-fabricated restorations. The first appointment prepares the tooth and places a temporary crown. The permanent crown is cemented 2 to 3 weeks later. This process allows for precise shade-matching and a thorough quality check of the final restoration before it is permanently bonded.
Most Canadian dental plans, including Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, and Green Shield Canada, cover dental crowns at 50% of the eligible fee after the annual deductible. Aster Dental Centre direct-bills all major insurers. For patients wanting certainty about their out-of-pocket cost before treatment, the practice can submit a predetermination request to your insurer on your behalf.
A crown caps a single tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by suspending an artificial tooth between two crowns that are bonded to the adjacent natural teeth. At Aster Dental Centre, Dr. Bhanushali will recommend the right option based on the number of missing teeth, the health of adjacent teeth, and your long-term goals.
Crown preparation at Aster Dental Centre is done under local anaesthetic, so the procedure itself is comfortable for most patients. Some sensitivity is common in the days following preparation, particularly to cold. This typically resolves once the permanent crown is placed. If sensitivity is significant, the dentist will assess whether the tooth requires further treatment before final cementation.
Aster Dental Centre recommends placing a crown within 4 to 6 weeks after root canal therapy. A root canal-treated tooth has no blood supply, becomes brittle over time, and is at significant risk of fracture without full-coverage protection. Delaying the crown is one of the most common reasons a root canal-treated tooth eventually requires extraction. Dr. Bhanushali plans the crown appointment at the same time as the root canal to avoid gaps.
Contact Aster Dental Centre to discuss dental crowns and bridges in Edmonton. The team can answer booking questions and arrange the next suitable appointment.
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