A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that fits over the entire visible portion of a tooth, restoring its original shape, size, strength, and appearance. Once placed, a crown covers everything above the gumline and functions exactly like a natural tooth. When a tooth is too damaged for a filling but the root is still healthy, a crown is typically the right solution — preserving the tooth rather than removing it.
At Cedar Pearl Dental in Crestview, FL, Dr. White designs and places custom crowns matched to your surrounding teeth. Patients throughout Okaloosa County, including military families near Eglin Air Force Base, trust our practice for restorative care that prioritizes long-term durability and a result that looks and feels completely natural. According to the American Dental Association, dental crowns are one of the most common and effective restorations for protecting and restoring damaged teeth.
Dr. White may recommend a dental crown in any of these situations:
The material used for your crown affects how it looks, how it functions, and how long it lasts. Dr. White reviews your options and recommends the best material based on the tooth’s location, your bite, and your aesthetic goals.
All crown materials are safe, durable, and proven — the right choice depends on your individual situation.
Getting a crown at Cedar Pearl Dental typically involves two appointments. Here is what happens at each stage:
With proper care, dental crowns typically last 10 to 15 years — and often longer. The longevity depends on the material used, where the crown is placed in your mouth, and your oral hygiene habits. Avoiding hard foods (ice, hard candy) and wearing a nightguard if you grind your teeth both extend crown lifespan significantly.
Regular checkups at Cedar Pearl Dental let Dr. White monitor your crown and address any early wear before it becomes a bigger issue.
For military families stationed at Eglin Air Force Base, addressing a damaged tooth before deployment matters. A tooth that needs a crown only gets worse with time — untreated cracks can deepen, decay can spread, and what could have been a two-appointment fix becomes a more involved procedure. Cedar Pearl Dental works to accommodate treatment timelines that fit around military schedules, including completing care in fewer appointments when possible.
Dr. White also handles the full restorative process in-house, including any restorative dentistry work needed before or after crown placement.
Dental insurance typically covers a portion of crown costs when the crown is medically necessary — usually 50% after your deductible, up to your annual maximum. Our team reviews your benefits before your first appointment so you understand exactly what you will owe.
For patients with no insurance or coverage gaps, we offer financing through CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit, as well as our in-house membership plan with discounts on crown procedures. Visit our financing page for more details, or call us at (850) 682-2720 to discuss options before your appointment.
Dr. White provides custom crown placement at Cedar Pearl Dental, handling every step of the process in-house from preparation and impressions through final bonding. His approach focuses on preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible while delivering a result that looks and functions like a real tooth.
Patients throughout Crestview and Okaloosa County choose Dr. White for restorative care because he takes the time to explain each step, discuss material options, and build a plan that fits their timeline and budget.
From your first consultation to your ongoing care, we’re committed to providing you with exceptional dental services in a welcoming environment.
Conveniently located in crestview, FL
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