Dental Crowns In Tucson, AZ – Tooth Caps, Same Day Crowns & Repairs

At Foothills dental clinic, we have been restoring teeth for patients across Tucson for over 6 years. Crowns are one of the most common procedures at our practice, from routine placements after root canals to full restorations on teeth that have been breaking down for some time.

Every crown recommendation is based on the tooth itself. Where it sits, how much pressure it takes, and what the patient needs long term all factor into which material makes the most sense. We go through the options with you so the choice is clear before anything is decided.

Crown Placement and Cementing

Crown placement is needed when a tooth requires full coverage to hold up under normal use. A fracture, a large filling, or a root canal can all leave a tooth without enough strength on its own.

The tooth is shaped so the crown fits securely over it. Once the final crown is ready, it is cemented in place and adjusted so that biting pressure feels normal again.

A weakened tooth left uncovered tends to keep breaking rather than stabilise. Getting the fit right at this stage keeps the crown comfortable and functional during everyday use.

Crown Replacement and Repair

Crowns wear down over time or can loosen under pressure. Movement, discomfort when biting, or the crown coming off completely are the signs patients notice first, and they tend to show up during eating or when the bite starts to feel uneven.

We check both the crown and the underlying tooth to determine if it can be repaired or needs a full replacement.

A crown that has come off or feels loose is handled early to prevent further damage. Leaving the tooth exposed leads to more serious problems that are harder and more costly to fix.

Same-Day Dental Crowns

Same-day crowns are an option for patients who want the tooth restored in a single appointment without a temporary crown in the meantime. A good fit for patients with a busy schedule or when the tooth needs protection without delay.

The crown is designed and milled at the office using digital scanning and in-office fabrication. You leave with the permanent crown the same day.

Same-day fabrication depends on the condition of the tooth and how much structure remains. We confirm at your exam if it is the right fit. For cases that need lab fabrication, a temporary crown protects the tooth between visits.

Crown After Root Canal

A tooth that has had a root canal loses most of its internal structure. The pulp is removed, the canals are cleaned, and what remains is a hollowed shell that fractures far more easily than a healthy tooth.

A crown placed over that tooth seals it and absorbs the pressure of normal chewing. Without one, the tooth is at real risk of cracking vertically, which in most cases means losing it entirely.

Most patients are told they need a crown at the same appointment as the root canal. We plan both together so the tooth moves from treatment to full protection in as few visits as possible.

Crown on a Dental Implant

A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. The crown is the visible part that sits on top and functions like a natural tooth.

We customised the shape of the crown to match your surrounding teeth and secured it to the implant post once the implant has fully integrated with the bone. Getting the shape and bite right matters because implant crowns do not have the natural flexibility of tooth-supported crowns.

We take impressions and check the fit carefully before cementing, so the final crown feels and bites correctly from day one.

The type of crown depends on where the tooth is located and how much pressure it handles during chewing. Some materials are selected for strength, while others are shaped to match natural tooth color. The choice affects both durability and appearance during daily use.

Porcelain and Ceramic Crowns

Porcelain and ceramic crowns are used for visible teeth where appearance matters. They are shaped and shaded to match natural teeth closely and blend well with surrounding teeth.

The go-to choice for front teeth and premolars where appearance matters and the crown needs to blend in naturally.

Metal and Gold Crowns

Metal crowns are used in areas that handle heavy chewing, most often molars, where strength matters more than appearance. They hold up under pressure over time without wearing down as fast as other materials.

We recommend these for back molars where chewing load is heaviest and long-term durability matters more than appearance.

Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) Crowns

PFM crowns have a metal base with a porcelain outer layer, giving both durability and a more natural appearance. Over time, the metal edge can become slightly visible near the gum line as the gums change.

A solid option for teeth that need durability but sit in an area visible enough that a fully metal crown is not ideal.

Acrylic and Temporary Crowns

Temporary crowns are placed while a permanent crown is being made. They keep the tooth protected and functional during that period and maintain normal appearance while preventing sensitivity after the tooth is prepared.

These are, however, not built to last,  and we use them to keep your tooth protected and presentable until the permanent crown is ready.

Pediatric Dental Crowns

Pediatric crowns protect damaged or decayed teeth in children when a filling is not enough. They maintain chewing function and keep proper spacing between teeth.

The right call when a damaged baby tooth still needs to hold its position until the permanent tooth comes through on its own.

Custom and Cosmetic Crowns

Custom crowns are shaped to match your bite and surrounding teeth, which matters for both function and appearance. Restoring visible teeth or correcting uneven wear both fall into this category.

We account for bite alignment and the shape of surrounding teeth so the result feels natural and does not create pressure or imbalance over time.