Dental Crowns in Houston

A crown is a cap that covers a damaged tooth, protecting what is left of it and making it look and work like a whole tooth again.

02 / 09

Dental crowns in Houston, from $1,850

Crowns at Zara Dental start at $1,850, or $1,199 for members (membership from $289 a year), and we can make same-day crowns so you leave with the finished tooth.

We bill 254 insurance plans directly. Financing is available through Cherry and other lenders, and several accept an ITIN.

Zara Dental is at 6295 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77081, about a mile and a half from Gulfton, Sharpstown and Braeburn, and a short drive from Meyerland and Bellaire. We are open Monday to Friday 9 to 5, Saturday 9 to 3 and Sunday 8 to 2, we bill 254 insurance plans directly, and there is a Spanish-speaking dentist on the team. Book online or call 713-766-1122.

Crowns cover teeth that are chipped, cracked, worn down, weakened by decay, or out of line with your bite. The crown takes the force when you chew, so the tooth underneath is protected, and it is shaped and shaded to match the teeth around it.

Crowns used to be made of metal, which is strong but obvious. Most are now porcelain or ceramic, which look natural and are strong enough for everyday chewing.

• Restores function: bite and chew normally again.
• Improves appearance: covers a discoloured, misshapen or broken tooth.
• Protects weak teeth from cracking further.
• Tops a dental implant, as the visible tooth.
• Strengthens a tooth after a root canal.
• Durable: a well-kept crown lasts for years.
• Easy to look after: brush and floss as normal.
• More confidence in your smile.

Call 713-766-1122 or book online. We will tell you whether a crown is the right fix and give you the cost in writing first.

You may need a crown to:

• stop a weak or cracked tooth from breaking;
• rebuild a broken or badly worn tooth;
• cover a tooth with a large filling and not much tooth left;
• hold a dental bridge in place;
• cover a crooked or discoloured tooth;
• cover a dental implant;
• protect a tooth after a root canal.

1. 1The tooth is numbed, any decay is removed, and the tooth is shaped so the crown fits over it. How much is removed depends on the tooth and the type of crown.
2. 2We scan the tooth so the crown fits precisely.
3. 3A temporary crown protects the tooth while the permanent one is made.
4. 4At your next visit the permanent crown is fitted and your bite checked.

• Brush twice a day. If the tooth is sensitive to hot or cold, use a toothpaste for sensitive teeth.
• Floss every day, around the crown too.
• Do not chew ice or very hard food, which can crack porcelain.
• If you clench or grind at night, ask about a mouthguard to protect the crown and the teeth around it.

• Porcelain-fused-to-metal: a metal base for strength with porcelain on the outside.
• All-porcelain or all-ceramic: the most natural look, good for front teeth.
• Metal: very strong and long-lasting, used mainly on back teeth.
• Pressed ceramic: a strong ceramic core with a natural-looking finish.

Crowns at Zara start from $1,850, or from $1,199 with a Zara membership. Insurance often covers part of a crown: check your insurance. You can also pay monthly with Cherry.

A crown is done with the tooth numbed, and sedation is available if you need it. Read about sedation, or call 713-766-1122.

How much does a dental crown cost in Houston?

At Zara Dental crowns start at $1,850, or $1,199 with the Zara membership, which starts at $289 a year.

Can I get a crown in one day?

Yes. We make same-day crowns, so the crown is fitted on the same visit.

Does insurance cover crowns?

Many plans cover part of a crown. We bill 254 insurance plans directly and check your benefits first.

Can I pay for a crown monthly?

Yes. You can pay over time with Cherry and other lenders, and several accept an ITIN.