Dental Crowns in Mississauga
A dental crown is a custom restoration that covers the visible portion of a damaged or weakened natural tooth.
Dentistry on Britannia provides dental-crown assessments and treatment at 2258 Britannia Road West in Mississauga. A crown may be considered when a tooth requires more structural coverage than a filling can provide.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown, sometimes called a dental cap, is a custom restoration that covers the visible part of a damaged or weakened natural tooth above the gumline.
The supporting tooth remains in place and must have enough structure, root condition, gum support and overall prognosis to retain the planned restoration.
- Restore tooth form
- Rebuild the chewing surface
- Restore biting contact
- Provide broader structural coverage
- Improve the tooth’s appearance
- Restore contact with neighbouring teeth
A crown may be considered when a tooth requires more structural coverage than a filling can provide. Clinical assessment is required before treatment is recommended.
New, replacement and problem-focused crown assessments
The treatment plan depends on the amount of damage, tooth location, existing restorations, remaining structure, bite pressure, gum position, root condition, crown material and treatment complexity.
New Dental Crowns
A new crown may be recommended when a tooth requires broader structural coverage than a filling.
- Amount and location of damage
- Existing fillings and remaining structure
- Bite pressure and gum position
- Condition of the root
- Crown-material considerations
- Overall treatment complexity
Crowns After Root Canal Treatment
A crown may be recommended after root canal treatment when the tooth has lost significant structure or is exposed to substantial chewing forces.
- Large existing filling
- Damage across several surfaces
- Fracture risk
- Heavy chewing forces
- Insufficient structure for a filling alone
A crown is not automatically required after every root canal. The decision depends on the tooth, remaining structure and clinical findings.
Learn About Root Canal Treatment →Replacement Dental Crowns
Crowns may eventually wear, loosen, fracture or develop problems around their edges.
- The crown moves or falls off
- Part of the crown chips
- The bite changes
- Pain or sensitivity develops
- Food catches around the crown
- Gum swelling or suspected decay appears
The dentist must determine whether the crown can be re-cemented, repaired or replaced and whether the supporting tooth needs additional treatment.
Book a Crown Replacement Assessment →Loose or Lost Dental Crown
Contact Dentistry on Britannia when a crown becomes loose or falls off.
- Keep the crown
- Avoid chewing on the affected side
- Keep the area reasonably clean
- Do not use household glue
- Do not force the crown back into place
- Call if pain or swelling develops
A crown should not be permanently reattached before the supporting tooth has been examined.
Call About a Loose or Lost Crown →Broken or Chipped Dental Crown
A crown can chip or fracture because of hard objects, dental trauma, grinding or clenching, material wear, bite pressure or changes in the supporting tooth.
Treatment may involve smoothing a rough edge, repairing a limited defect, replacing the crown, treating the supporting tooth, root canal assessment or referral.
Repair cannot be guaranteed before examination.
Implant Crown Assessment
An implant crown is different from a crown placed over a natural tooth. Problems may involve the crown, connecting screw or component, implant, surrounding gum or bone, or bite pressure.
Implant crowns belong primarily under the Dental Implants category.
Learn About Implant Crowns →Broader coverage for a weakened or heavily restored tooth
Not every damaged tooth requires a crown. The recommendation must be based on the clinical condition and reasonable treatment alternatives.
Crown suitability depends on the whole tooth
- Remaining tooth structure
- Condition of the root
- Gum and bone support
- Bite forces
- Existing restorations
- Depth of decay
- Presence of cracks
- Previous root canal treatment
- Ability to clean the finished restoration
- Overall prognosis of the tooth
Dental Crown, Filling or Root Canal Treatment?
These treatments address different parts and degrees of tooth damage. The appropriate option depends on examination findings.
Dental Filling
A filling repairs a limited portion of a tooth when enough healthy structure remains to support a direct restoration.
Learn About Dental Fillings →Dental Crown
A crown covers most or all of the visible tooth when damage is more extensive, several surfaces are affected or the remaining structure is weakened.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment addresses inflamed, infected or damaged tissue inside the tooth. A final filling or crown may still be required afterward.
Learn About Root Canal Treatment →Why a crown is not automatically better than a filling
A crown requires more extensive preparation of the tooth and should only be recommended when broader coverage is clinically justified. Some teeth may require a crown without root canal treatment, root canal treatment followed by a filling, root canal treatment followed by a crown, another treatment or extraction when the tooth cannot reasonably be restored.
The word “crown” can describe two different restorations
A natural-tooth crown covers a prepared natural tooth. An implant crown replaces a missing tooth and is supported by a dental implant through a connecting component.
The assessment, treatment process, cost, maintenance and CDCP eligibility differ between natural-tooth crowns and implant crowns.
An assessment and laboratory-based treatment process
The exact process depends on the tooth, selected material, laboratory workflow and whether additional treatment is required.
Dental Examination
The dentist assesses the damaged tooth, existing fillings, cracks, remaining structure, gum position, root condition, bite, neighbouring teeth and relevant diagnostic images.
Treatment Discussion
The dentist explains why a crown is recommended, alternatives, possible root canal treatment, core or post requirements, material considerations, expected appointments, limitations, cost and coverage.
Tooth Preparation
The tooth is shaped to create space and support for the planned crown. Local anaesthetic may be used when appropriate.
Impression or Scan
The prepared tooth and surrounding bite are recorded with a physical impression, digital scan or another approved clinical method.
Temporary Crown
A temporary crown may cover the prepared tooth, reduce sensitivity, maintain space, support appearance and allow limited function while the final crown is prepared.
Final Crown Placement
The dentist assesses fit, bite, neighbouring contacts, shape, shade where relevant and gum relationship before adjusting and securing the crown.
Local anaesthetic and temporary sensitivity
Crown preparation should not be described as painless. Patients may experience pressure, vibration, temporary sensitivity or gum tenderness even when local anaesthetic is used.
Does Dentistry on Britannia provide same-day crowns?
Same-day crown technology has not been confirmed. The number of crown appointments depends on the treatment plan, crown type and laboratory process. The dental team will explain the expected schedule before treatment begins.
Protect the temporary restoration
- Avoid very sticky foods
- Avoid biting hard objects
- Chew carefully on the affected side
- Clean around the crown as instructed
- Slide floss out if directed rather than pulling upward
- Keep the crown if it falls off
- Attend the final-placement appointment
Temporary crowns are not intended to have the same strength or fit as final crowns. Follow the clinic’s specific instructions.
Report temporary-crown problems
- The temporary crown falls off
- It moves or breaks
- It causes significant pain
- It feels very high
- It prevents normal biting
- Swelling develops
- A sharp edge develops
Do not permanently glue a temporary crown at home.
The material depends on the tooth, bite and restorative requirements
General crown-material categories include ceramic, porcelain-based materials, metal, porcelain fused to metal, zirconia and resin-based provisional materials.
The dentist will recommend a crown material based on the condition and location of the tooth, bite requirements, appearance considerations and available restorative options.
Do Crowns Look Like Natural Teeth?
Crowns can be designed to resemble surrounding teeth, but no result should be described as invisible or identical. Appearance depends on material, tooth position, available space, shade selection, gum position, laboratory fabrication and changes over time.
How Long Do Dental Crowns Last?
Dental crowns are not permanent. Service life depends on material, tooth condition, fit, bite forces, grinding or clenching, oral hygiene, gum condition, decay risk, trauma, diet, maintenance and the supporting tooth.
A crown may eventually require adjustment, re-cementation, repair, replacement or treatment of the supporting tooth.
Can a Tooth Decay Under a Crown?
Yes. The crown material cannot develop a cavity, but natural tooth structure at or below the crown edge can still decay. Risk may increase with plaque accumulation, poor cleaning between teeth, looseness, gaps, gum recession, dry mouth, frequent sugar exposure or damage.
Maintain the crown and supporting tooth
A crown does not eliminate the need for preventive dental care or professional assessment.
- Brush regularly
- Clean between teeth daily
- Clean carefully around the crown margin
- Follow professional fluoride recommendations
- Avoid biting hard objects
- Do not use teeth to open packaging
- Report a change in the bite
- Report looseness or movement
- Discuss grinding or clenching
- Attend recommended examinations and cleaning
- Have pain or swelling assessed promptly
Arrange an assessment when symptoms are significant
Contact the clinic if the crown feels high, biting is painful, sensitivity is significant or worsening, the crown moves or falls off, a piece breaks, food repeatedly becomes trapped, gum swelling develops, an unpleasant taste is present or pain interrupts sleep.
The cause requires diagnosis
The problem may involve the crown, bite, supporting tooth, gum or another dental condition.
- Do not permanently glue a loose crown at home
- Keep a crown that has fallen off
- Avoid chewing on the affected side
- Keep the area reasonably clean
- Call promptly when pain or swelling develops
Dental crown costs, insurance and CDCP
An examination is required for an accurate estimate. Cost and coverage depend on the tooth, restoration, laboratory work, supporting treatment and benefit rules.
Dental Crown Costs
Cost depends on the tooth, crown material, damage, diagnostic requirements, core buildup, dental post, root canal treatment, temporary crown, laboratory fees, number of appointments, replacement needs and referral requirements.
Ask whether the estimate includes examination, images, preparation, core or post, temporary crown, laboratory fabrication, final crown, placement, bite adjustment and follow-up care.
Ask About Dental Crown Costs →Direct Insurance Billing
Dentistry on Britannia provides direct insurance billing for eligible claims.
Coverage may depend on clinical necessity, tooth condition, replacement-frequency limits, crown material, alternative-benefit clauses, predetermination, annual maximum, deductible, co-payment, waiting period and remaining benefits.
Direct billing does not guarantee approval or full payment. Patients remain responsible for amounts not paid by their insurer.
Ask About Crown Insurance Coverage →CDCP Coverage for Dental Crowns
Dental crowns may be covered for eligible CDCP clients aged 18 or older, but preauthorization and clinical criteria apply.
- Up to four crowns within 120 months per eligible client
- One crown per eligible tooth within 96 months
- Preauthorization is required before treatment
- Tooth eligibility and restorability criteria apply
- Implant-supported crowns are excluded
- Appearance-only crowns are not covered
The clinic has confirmed that it does not charge additional clinic fees above applicable CDCP billing arrangements for eligible covered services. Government-required co-payments and non-covered treatment may still result in a patient balance.
Ask About CDCP Crown PreauthorizationDental crown care on Britannia Road West
New patients can book an assessment for a damaged tooth, large filling, root-canal-treated tooth or existing crown problem.
2258 Britannia Road West
Mississauga, Ontario L5M 2G8
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Dental crown questions answered
A dental crown is a custom restoration that covers the visible part of a damaged or weakened natural tooth.
A crown may be considered when a tooth has extensive decay, a large filling, a fracture, significant wear or previous root canal treatment.
A filling repairs a limited part of a tooth. A crown provides broader coverage over most or all of the visible tooth.
No. The recommendation depends on the tooth, remaining structure, location and biting forces.
A crown may help restore certain cracked teeth, but not every crack can be treated successfully. The depth, position and effect of the crack must be assessed.
Many crown treatments involve preparation followed by final placement at a later appointment. The exact number depends on the crown and laboratory workflow.
Same-day crown technology has not been confirmed. The expected schedule depends on the treatment plan, crown type and laboratory process.
A temporary crown may be placed while the final restoration is being prepared. The dentist will explain whether one is required.
Local anaesthetic may be used, but pressure, vibration, sensitivity or gum tenderness can occur.
Keep the crown, avoid chewing on the tooth and contact the clinic. Do not permanently glue it back yourself.
Yes. A crown may loosen because of cement failure, decay, fracture or changes in the supporting tooth.
Yes. Natural tooth structure around or beneath the crown margin can still develop decay.
There is no guaranteed lifespan. Longevity depends on material, tooth condition, oral hygiene, bite forces, grinding, diet and maintenance.
Some limited damage may be repairable, while other crowns require replacement. Assessment is necessary.
An implant crown is a replacement tooth supported by a dental implant rather than a prepared natural tooth.
Coverage depends on the plan, clinical reason, replacement limits, material, deductible, annual maximum and predetermination requirements.
Crowns may be covered for eligible patients aged 18 or older, but preauthorization and clinical criteria apply.
No. Implant-supported crowns and implant-related procedures are excluded from CDCP coverage.
Cost depends on the tooth, material, laboratory work, damage, core or post requirements, root canal treatment and coverage.
Yes. The clinic lists Saturday and Sunday hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Damaged tooth, large filling, root-canal-treated tooth, loose crown or broken crown?
New patients are welcome. Direct insurance billing is available, and Dentistry on Britannia accepts eligible CDCP patients.
Crown suitability, material, treatment stages, appointment requirements and costs depend on clinical assessment.
Dentistry on Britannia
- Address:
2258 Britannia Road West, Mississauga, Ontario L5M 2G8 - Phone:
(905) 821-8632 - Email:
dentistrybritannia@gmail.com - Monday to Thursday: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.