Dental Crowns Newmarket — Protect a Damaged Tooth Before It Breaks Further

At Eagle Family Dentistry, we’re experts in crown dental care, ensuring each procedure is performed with utmost precision. Moreover, our team, proficient in dental crown services, is here to handle all your needs, from installing crowns to teeth whitening, wisdom tooth extraction, and more. Contact Eagle Family Dentistry and book your appointment right away.

Dental Crowns Newmarket — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need a dental crown or just a filling?
A filling repairs a small-to-moderate area of damage. A crown is usually recommended when the damage is too large for a filling to hold safely — for example, when a cusp is cracked, more than half the tooth is filling, or the tooth has had root canal treatment. The honest answer requires an examination and usually an X-ray: your dentist will show you what the tooth looks like and explain why a crown — or a filling — is the safer choice in your case.

Does getting a crown hurt?
The tooth is fully numbed before it is shaped, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Some mild sensitivity in the days after preparation, or while wearing the temporary crown, is common and usually settles on its own. Tell your dentist if discomfort lasts more than a few days or gets worse — that is worth checking rather than waiting out.

How long does a dental crown last?
A well-made crown on a healthy tooth commonly lasts 10–15 years, and many last longer. Lifespan depends on the material, the bite forces on that tooth, grinding habits, and home care: the crown itself cannot decay, but the natural tooth at its edge can, which is why brushing, flossing and regular checkups matter as much for a crowned tooth as for any other.

My crown fell off — what should I do?
Keep the crown in a safe container and call the clinic as soon as you can — a loose or missing crown leaves the prepared tooth exposed and vulnerable. Avoid chewing on that side, and do not try to glue the crown back yourself with household adhesives. Often a crown that came off intact can be re-cemented; your dentist will check the tooth and the crown and explain the options at the visit.

Is a crown covered by the CDCP or my insurance?
Possibly — for crowns that restore a damaged tooth, many private plans cover a portion, and the CDCP covers crowns for eligible patients when specific clinical criteria are met (pre-authorization may be required). Coverage is always confirmed by assessment first, per your plan or the CDCP fee guide; it is not guaranteed and rarely covers the full fee. Bring your coverage details to your assessment and the team will verify before treatment begins.

Who is NOT a good candidate for a crown right away?
A crown may need to wait if the tooth has untreated infection or gum disease around it, if too little healthy tooth remains to hold a crown securely, or if heavy grinding is unaddressed (a night guard may be part of the plan). In those cases your dentist will explain what needs to happen first — or whether a different treatment, such as removing the tooth and replacing it, is the more honest recommendation.

Do you offer same-day or CEREC crowns?
Our crowns are made by a dental laboratory from an impression or scan of your prepared tooth, which is why treatment takes two visits with a temporary crown in between. Lab-made crowns allow precise control over fit, bite and colour matching. If timing is your main concern — for example, a broken front tooth before an event — tell us when you call and we will explain the fastest realistic timeline for your case.

Learn more: general information about crowns and oral health is available from the Ontario Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association. Our dentists are general dentists licensed in Ontario and regulated by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. For CDCP eligibility and coverage details, see Canada.ca.