Dental Crowns
The Benefits of Dental Crowns
A crown is a cap-shaped restoration that fits completely over a tooth, covering dental issues and protecting the tooth from further damage. When placed by an expert dentist like Dr. Bauer, crowns provide a number of benefits, including:
Repair and Protect
Dr. Bauer can use crowns to repair teeth affected by decay, infection, worn enamel, or injury. These restorations protect compromised teeth from further damage, preventing the need for costly tooth extractions.
Long-Lasting Solution
Our dental crowns are crafted from strong materials designed to withstand the daily wear and tear of chewing and speaking. With regular check-ups and proper dental care, including brushing and flossing, your crown could last over 10 years.
Natural-Looking Results
We fabricate our crowns from advanced materials like high-grade porcelain, which mimics the look and feel of natural teeth. Using porcelain will allow your restoration to seamlessly into your smile for incredibly realistic results.
Replace Missing Teeth
Crowns can support a dental bridge or attach to dental implants to replace missing teeth, complete your smile, and restore your oral health.
A Look at the Procedure
This is the basic crown placement procedure performed by Dr. Bauer at his state-of-the-art practice in Lakewood, Colorado. In some cases, he and his team are able to remove dental decay with the advanced Epic Hygiene™ diode laser system. This FDA-approved laser precisely vaporizes dental tissue with less bleeding, discomfort, and infection risks than traditional methods.
Skilled, Advanced Dentistry That Puts You First Request a Consultation
Experience, skill, modern technology, and favorable patient reviews all count when choosing a family dentist to perform dental crown placement or other kinds of dental procedures. Dr. Gregory Bauer has all of these attributes and more, making him and his team at our dental office in Lakewood, CO, a top choice among patients in the area.
Dr. Bauer is a friendly, educated dentist who has been practicing since 2012. He and his warm, welcoming staff are focused on giving your family a healthy, beautiful smile through state-of-the-art preventative, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. Your optimal oral health and comfort is our number one priority.
Request an appointment today, either online or by phone, and see for yourself why our patients feel at ease as soon as they walk in the door.
Call: (303) 988-6767
5-Star Reviews for Dr. Bauer and Bear Creek Family Dental "they do the best dental work around"
AndriaGee
2020
Is it crazy to say that I actually look forward to going to the dentist!?? I have been going to Dr. Bauer for years (both the old one and the new one) and they do the best dental work around! The whole staff is friendly and courteous and they truly make me love my teeth!! Best dentist ever!
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J Price
2020
I have never found a dentistry more capable, friendly, and personable. The staff is exceptional, outshined only by Dr. Bauer himself, who offers a gentle approach to whatever task at hand --- whether just routine exam, or replacing a filling or crown...
View On GooglePorcelain Crowns are a Long-Lasting Treatment Option
Are You Looking to Improve Your Smile? A Dental Crown Could Be the Answer
While veneers may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about cosmetic dentistry for a beautiful smile, dental crowns can also be used to give you a smile you are happy to share.
At Bear Creek Family Dental in Lakewood, Colorado, Dr. Bauer creates crowns that blend in with your natural teeth while correcting imperfections. Crowns can be used to:
- Cover a discolored tooth that doesn’t respond to whitening treatments
- Restore a natural shape to a tooth that is chipped or misshapen
- Give a small tooth or twisted tooth a natural appearance
- Close unattractive gaps between teeth to make your smile more symmetrical
Let Crowns Create a Beautiful Smile Call for a Consultation
If a misshapen or discolored tooth is preventing you from sharing a warm welcome smile with others, a dental crown may be all that you need.
Our dentist in Lakewood uses the highest quality dental materials and has years of experience creating natural-looking dental crowns that blend in with your smile. Our tooth-colored crowns are carefully matched to your natural teeth and Dr. Bauer takes care to design crowns that are both realistic and beautiful.
Have questions? Leave us a message or call for a consultation:
303-988-6767
"Super Friendly and Provide Great Dental Care"
Rory Ciepiela
2019
I want you to know, every time I setup an appointment at Bear Creek Family Dental, your staff and you have always done a fantastic job with all my Dental needs from Cleaning to Crowns... Thank you for taking the time to explain the processes you use and recommendations you give me for my oral care...
Wanda Steadman
2020
Dr. Gregory Bauer and his staff are awesome!!! They are super friendly and provide great dental care. I've needed crowns and other non-routine services and he has a gentle touch making it as painless as possible. I highly recommend him/Bear Creek Family Dentistry.
View On GoogleCrowns Offered by Dr. Bauer
Dr. Bauer offers crowns made from various materials, including gold and high-grade porcelain. Of the two, tooth-colored porcelain tends to be more popular. Here's why:
- Porcelain crowns can be customized to match the shade and color of your existing teeth. Gold restorations have a shiny, metallic look that is easily noticed, even in the back of your mouth.
- Although rare, some patients can develop severe allergic reactions to metallic tooth restorations such as gold crowns.
- In truth, gold crowns can last for decades and may cost less than porcelain crowns, but many of Dr. Bauer's patients are willing to pay a bit more to receive natural-looking, durable porcelain restorations.
Don't Wait Too Long
For Your Crown ...
Have you been told you need a crown? It’s easy to let it slip your mind, but we recommend you get it taken care of promptly. A weakened tooth is susceptible to more damage, even to the point that you could lose the tooth entirely. Protecting your tooth now can avoid costly repair work in the future.
How Is a Dental Crown Placed?
It usually takes two visits with our dentist for the dental crown process to be completed. A numbing anesthetic will be administered at the beginning of each appointment so that you will feel very little to no discomfort.
Confused About Fillings, Crowns, and Veneers?
Our practice has a variety of options when it comes to repairing or improving the appearance of a tooth. With years of experience, Dr. Bauer understands the pros and cons when it comes to selecting the right one:
Dr. Bauer always tries to save as much of the natural tooth structure as possible, so whenever possible, he chooses fillings for cavity repairs since a filling preserves more of the tooth.
Dental crowns are the preferred choice when you have a large cavity or a tooth has been weakened. But crowns can also be used on healthy teeth to mask cosmetic imperfections.
Is It Time To Protect Your Smile? Call for a Consultation
A new dental crown will restore both your smile and your bite, but it also brings peace of mind. You won’t have to worry about a weakened tooth breaking and leaving you in pain while facing additional costs.
Dr. Bauer has years of experience designing and placing dental crowns for the utmost comfort. As a long-time trusted local dentist you can feel confident knowing that he is looking out for your current and future dental health with every appointment.
Leave us a message online or call to request a consultation. We’re here to help.
Call: 303-988-6767
Our Goal Is to Provide the Best Care "he has a gentle touch making it as painless as possible"
Dennis Zanto
2020
We have been going Bear Creek Dental for about 35 years long before Greg Bauer took over for his uncle. Service has not changed in the entire time. The Dr and hygienists all very caring, honest and easy to talk to. Don’t change.
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2019
I have been a patient at Bear Creek Dental for over 10 years. The hygienists are top notch. And Dr. Bauer has never done wrong by me. This is a very friendly, comfortable, and highly competent dental office. Thank you Bear Creek.
View on GoogleAm I a Good Candidate for a Dental Crown? You Are a Good Candidate If...
You Practice Good Oral Hygiene
While dental crowns are resistant to decay and stains, your natural teeth are not. After receiving a crown, you will still need to brush and floss regularly and visit our Lakewood practice for scheduled exams and cleanings.
You Have Enough Healthy Tissue to Support a Crown
Some teeth are too damaged to save. If root canal treatment or other forms of dentistry cannot preserve enough of a tooth, Dr. Bauer may recommend extracting the tooth and placing a dental implant or bridge.
How Dr. Bauer Uses Crowns to Replace Missing Teeth
Only missing one tooth? A crown supported by a dental implant offers advantages like no changes to healthy teeth and protection against jawbone atrophy. Dr. Bauer will place your dental crown after an oral surgeon performs implant surgery.
"The Staff Here is the Best!"
Dave Johnson
2019
As usual the wait was minimal. The hygienist was very friendly and thorough with my cleaning. I'M a bit disappointed I need some additional work in the near future. The front desk was exception Al as usual. Always nice to see Dr. Bauer and have him as my dentist.
View on GoogleVicki Groninga
2020
Dr. Bauer and his staff are amazing!! Dr. Bauer is caring, compassionate and a wonderful dentist. He takes the time to explain everything he is doing and is really gentle...I have never really been fond of dentists but my experience with this practice has changed my outlook, The staff here is the best! I highly recommend this practice to anyone searching for a dentist
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