Dental Crowns at Parker White DDS Family Dentistry in Grass Valley CA

If you have a damaged, weakened, or compromised tooth, a dental crown offers a reliable and long-lasting solution. A crown is a custom-crafted cover that fits over your entire natural tooth, restoring its shape, size, and strength.

More than just a repair, a high-quality dental crown protects your natural tooth structure from further damage, allows you to chew comfortably, and blends seamlessly with your smile.

At Parker White DDS Family Dentistry in Grass Valley, CA, our highly skilled dental team is dedicated to creating durable, custom-fit crowns that look and feel natural.

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Is a Dental Crown Right for You?

A dental crown is a versatile solution that addresses both functional and aesthetic dental issues. Our team may recommend a crown if you have:

• Extensive Decay: When a cavity is too large for a standard filling, a crown is needed to protect the remaining tooth.
• Cracked or Broken Teeth: A crown holds a fractured tooth together, preventing the crack from worsening and protecting the sensitive inner layers.
• Severely Worn Teeth: Chronic teeth grinding (bruxism) can wear teeth down. Crowns can restore their original shape and function.
• A Tooth After a Root Canal: A root canal treatment can make a tooth brittle. A crown is essential to protect it from breaking.
• A Dental Bridge: Crowns are used to anchor a dental bridge, which fills the gap left by a missing tooth.
• Severe Discoloration: For deep stains or discoloration that don't respond to whitening, a crown provides a complete aesthetic makeover for that tooth.

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Dental Crown Materials We Offer

We'll help you select the material based on the tooth's location, your bite, and your aesthetic goals.

• All-Ceramic (Zirconia or Porcelain): These are the top choice for a natural, lifelike appearance. Made from modern, biocompatible ceramic materials, they are highly durable and blend beautifully with your other teeth. They are an ideal choice for front teeth.
• Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM): These crowns offer a combination of strength and aesthetics. A durable metal base provides structural integrity, while a layer of tooth-colored porcelain covers it.
• Metal Alloys: Typically made from gold or other durable alloys, these crowns offer exceptional strength and longevity. Because of their metallic color, they are most often recommended for out-of-sight back molars.

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Step-by-Step Dental Crown Placement Process

Our dental experts at Parker White DDS Family Dentistry play a crucial role in providing you with the required guidance in the selection of the most suitable dental crown based on your tooth location, oral health requirements, and aesthetic preferences.

The dental crown placement process has been described in detail below.

• Initial Evaluation: We conduct a thorough examination with digital X-rays to assess damage or decay, and we discuss your goals and crown material options.
• Tooth Preparation: After administering local anesthesia, our dentist reshapes the tooth to create space for the crown.
• Digital Impressions: We use a digital scanner to capture accurate 3D impressions, eliminating the need for traditional putty molds.
• Placing the Temporary Crown: A temporary crown is placed while your custom permanent crown is made. Avoid hard or sticky foods during this time.
• Placing the Permanent Crown: During your second visit, we check the permanent crown for fit and color before cementing it in place, restoring your tooth's function and beauty.

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Our Advanced Technology for Your Care

At Parker White DDS Family Dentistry, we invest in state-of-the-art technology to improve your experience and treatment outcomes.

• Digital Scanning Technology: Our intraoral scanners capture highly accurate 3D images of your teeth, ensuring your crown fits precisely. This means more comfort (no messy molds) and a better, more durable restoration.
• Digital X-Rays: This advanced imaging technology provides high-clarity images for precise diagnosis while significantly reducing your radiation exposure compared to traditional film X-rays.

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Meet Our Dental Expert, Dr. Parker White

Dr. Parker White is a dentist with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California. He also has an undergraduate degree in theatre arts from Cal State Long Beach. Dr. White has always enjoyed working with his hands, participating in activities like model building, antique clock repair, faux painting, fine carpentry, and stone masonry.

Dr. White has strong ties to Grass Valley, where his family has lived since the 1849 gold rush. He actively supports the Nevada County community by volunteering his dental skills with organizations such as California Care Force and Give Kids a Smile, and by screening kindergartners in local schools with his wife, Dr. Lindsey Robinson, a pediatric dentist. He has also volunteered abroad with the Kellerman Foundation in Uganda and Rotary International in Ensenada, Mexico.

He is also a member of the Pierre Fauchard Academy. This international dental honor society recognizes dentists for their ethical and professional standards. He focuses on providing patient care through modern preventive methods, evidence-based practices, and digital technology.

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Insurance & Payment Modes Available

At Parker White DDS Family Dentistry, we strive to make dental care accessible and reasonably priced. For any covered treatment, we will help you make the most of your insurance benefits.

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In-Office Membership Program at Parker White DDS Family Dentistry

Our in-office membership plan is an alternative meant to circumvent the typical problems associated with traditional insurance, such as annual maximums, waiting periods, and claim denials.

Every plan includes the following advantages for you per year.

1. Two dental cleanings
2. Two dental examinations
3. Two X-ray sets
4. One urgent dental appointment
5. 10% off restorative procedures (veneers, crowns, bridges, and fillings)
6. Three periodontal maintenance cleanings are part of the Perio Plan.

Payment Modes

For your convenience, we also provide a variety of flexible payment alternatives, such as

• Checks
• Cash
• Apple Pay
• Debit and Credit Cards

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Book Your Dental Crown Consultation Today!

Ready to restore your tooth and transform your smile? Contact our team at Parker White DDS Family Dentistry to schedule your appointment.

Contact Information:
563 Brunswick Rd STE 3
Phone: (530) 272-9071