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Dental Crowns in Lakewood, CO

A dental crown is a custom cap that covers a damaged, decayed, or root-canal-treated tooth to restore its shape and strength. Crowns typically cost $1,000–$1,800 per tooth (porcelain/ceramic), with metal and porcelain-fused-to-metal options in a similar range. Same-day (CEREC) crowns are also widely available.

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Dental Crowns cost in Lakewood

Pre-insurance US ranges. Actual price varies by case, materials, and practice.

ProcedureTypicalLow–High
Porcelain / ceramic crown
Tooth-colored; the most common choice for visible teeth.
$1,000–$1,800$1,000 – $2,500
Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crown
Strong with a natural look; metal can show at the gumline over time.
$1,000–$1,600$900 – $2,000
Gold / metal alloy crown
Very durable for back teeth; price tracks the metal content.
$1,200–$2,500$1,000 – $3,000
Same-day (CEREC) crown
Milled in-office in one visit; no temporary crown needed.
$1,100–$1,800$1,000 – $2,300

General dentists and prosthodontists in Lakewood

Looking for general dentists and prosthodontists in Lakewood, CO? We have 189 listed. Claimed and verified practices appear at the top of the list below.

These 189 listings are general dentists and prosthodontists in Lakewood, CO who commonly offer dental crowns — we don't track each practice's exact service menu, so confirm availability and pricing with the practice(or get matched free and we'll find one that does).

Questions

+ How much does a dental crown cost?
A crown typically costs $1,000–$1,800 per tooth, depending on the material (porcelain, PFM, or metal) and your area. Same-day CEREC crowns are in a similar range. Insurance often covers about 50% when the crown is medically necessary. (Authority Dental)
+ How long do crowns last?
Dental crowns typically last 10–15 years, and often longer with good oral hygiene and by avoiding habits like grinding or chewing ice. The tooth underneath can still decay, so regular cleanings matter. (Cleveland Clinic)
+ Does insurance cover crowns?
Most dental plans cover crowns as a major service, commonly paying around 50% after a deductible, up to the annual maximum — but only when the crown is needed to restore a tooth, not for purely cosmetic reasons. Verify your benefit and any waiting period. (Cleveland Clinic)
+ How many visits does a crown take?
A traditional crown usually takes two visits: one to shape the tooth and take impressions (with a temporary crown), and a second a couple of weeks later to cement the permanent crown. Same-day CEREC crowns are done in a single visit. (Cleveland Clinic)
+ Crown vs. filling — when do I need a crown?
A filling repairs a small-to-moderate cavity. A crown is used when too much tooth is damaged or decayed for a filling to hold, after a root canal on a back tooth, or to protect a cracked tooth — it covers and reinforces the whole tooth. (Cleveland Clinic)

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