Restore strength and beauty, all at once.
Hand-crafted porcelain, ceramic and zirconia crowns made on-site by master ceramist Enrique. Custom color-matched to your natural teeth.
A dental crown is a full-coverage restoration that covers and protects a damaged tooth — restoring its strength, shape, function and appearance. At Art Dental Studio, every crown is hand-crafted in-house by our master ceramist Enrique, color-matched to your surrounding teeth. Most dental practices in Miami outsource this work to outside labs; we don't. Crowns are recommended after root canals, for teeth with large fillings, for cracked or broken teeth, and for cosmetic improvement of severely worn or discolored teeth. Modern materials (porcelain-fused-to-metal, all-ceramic, zirconia) produce results that look and function indistinguishable from natural teeth, lasting 15-25+ years with proper care.
What is a dental crown?
A dental crown — sometimes called a "cap" — is a custom-made tooth-shaped covering that fits over the entire visible portion of a tooth above the gum line. Unlike a filling (which replaces only the damaged portion) or a veneer (which covers only the front), a crown covers the tooth 360 degrees.
Crowns are used when there is not enough natural tooth structure left to support a filling, after a root canal procedure (the tooth becomes brittle and needs protection), to restore a cracked or broken tooth, to cover a dental implant, or for cosmetic improvement when other options aren't suitable.
Modern crowns come in three main materials: porcelain-fused-to-metal (strong and aesthetic, traditional standard), all-ceramic (most natural appearance, ideal for front teeth), and zirconia (strongest available, ideal for back teeth and patients who grind). Dr. Vivian Menendez recommends the right material based on the location and your specific needs.
Dental bridges in Miami
A dental bridge in Miami is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a replacement tooth (pontic) to the natural teeth or implants on either side of the gap. Like crowns, every bridge at Art Dental Studio is crafted to match your natural teeth in shape and shade.
A dental bridge restores your ability to chew and speak normally and keeps neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap. It is a common alternative to a single dental implant when the adjacent teeth would also benefit from crowns.
Ask our team whether a dental bridge or a dental implant is the better fit for your case at our Miami, Cooper City or Kendall locations.
Who needs a dental crown?
Crowns are recommended in specific clinical situations, including:
- A tooth with a very large filling that no longer provides adequate support
- A tooth after root canal treatment (the procedure leaves the tooth brittle)
- A cracked, fractured or severely worn tooth
- A tooth needing to anchor a dental bridge
- A dental implant requiring its top crown
- A severely discolored tooth that cannot be whitened (cosmetic indication)
The dental crown process at Art Dental Studio
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Free consultation and X-ray
Dr. Vivian Menendez evaluates the tooth, takes X-rays to assess root health, and recommends the right crown material based on location and bite forces. You leave with a written treatment plan.
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Tooth preparation
Under local anesthesia, we gently reshape the tooth to make room for the crown — typically removing 1-2 mm of enamel from all sides. If there is decay, it is removed first. A digital scan captures the exact tooth shape.
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Temporary crown placement
A temporary crown is placed to protect the prepared tooth and maintain bite while your permanent crown is being crafted. You wear the temporary for 1-2 weeks.
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In-house crown fabrication
Master ceramist Enrique fabricates your permanent crown on-site at Art Dental Studio — not outsourced to a remote lab. He hand-paints the color and texture to match your surrounding teeth exactly.
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Final placement
At your second appointment, the temporary is removed and the permanent crown is bonded into place with dental cement. We check fit, color and bite before finalizing. The entire visit takes 30-60 minutes.
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Maintenance
You brush and floss normally. Avoid biting hard objects (ice, pen caps, hard candy) that could damage any tooth. With proper care your crown lasts 15-25+ years.
After your crown placement
There is no real recovery period after a crown is placed — you can eat and drink normally within 30-60 minutes (once the anesthesia wears off). Some patients report mild sensitivity to hot or cold for a few days; this resolves on its own.
During the 1-2 week temporary phase between appointments, avoid sticky foods (gum, caramel) and very hard foods that could dislodge the temporary. Brush gently around the area and slide floss out the side rather than snapping up.
Once your permanent crown is placed, treat it like a natural tooth: brush twice daily, floss daily, regular cleanings every 6 months. Avoid using it to bite non-food objects. With these habits your crown will last 15-25+ years.
Questions answered.
Every case is different, so we do not publish prices. Your free consultation includes a transparent, written, personalized estimate. Financing options with monthly payment plans are available.
With proper care — brushing, flossing, 6-month cleanings, avoiding biting hard objects — dental crowns at Art Dental Studio typically last 15-25+ years. Zirconia crowns often last longer than porcelain-fused-to-metal. Many crowns last a lifetime.
A veneer covers only the front surface of a tooth and is primarily cosmetic. A crown covers the entire tooth 360 degrees and is used when there is significant damage, after a root canal, or when structural reinforcement is needed. Dr. Vivian Menendez recommends the right option for each tooth during your consultation.
Treatment duration varies depending on the specific needs of each patient. During your free consultation, we will evaluate your case and give you a personalized treatment plan with an accurate timeline.
Yes. Master ceramist Enrique works in-house to color-match each crown to your surrounding teeth. Most patients report that no one notices their crown — including dental professionals. The most common feedback is that friends and family see a difference but cannot identify what changed.
No. Treat your crown like a natural tooth: brush twice daily, floss daily, regular cleanings every 6 months, avoid biting hard objects (ice, pen caps). With these habits your crown will last 15-25+ years.
For questions about insurance coverage, please contact us directly. Every plan is different and we want to make sure we give you accurate information based on your specific coverage.
Yes. When a crown reaches end of life (usually 15-25+ years), it can be replaced. The cost is the same as a new crown. The underlying tooth preparation typically remains usable for the new crown.
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