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Dental crowns: 4 dollars and cents considerations
If your tooth is damaged, a dental crown can help protect it. Think of the crown as a new covering for your tooth. The crown fits over the tooth to prevent further damage. Crowns are considerably more affordable than replacing a tooth. As you search for a “dentist near me in South Holland” to treat your tooth, Pleasant Dental® is happy to walk you through four ways that crowns at our office in Dolton, Illinois make sense from a, well, dollars and cents perspective.
1 – Crowns cost less than replacing teeth.
We try to “save” damaged teeth whenever possible, so crowns may be used to preserve broken or decayed teeth. They also restore teeth that have undergone root canal treatment. These root canal teeth might otherwise need to be extracted. When teeth are removed, they should be replaced. It generally costs more to replace teeth with bridges and implants. Crowns are a budget-friendly and preventive, and restorative option.
2 – Our crowns are priced fairly.
It’s not unusual for patients to choose us because they have been quoted higher fees at other dentists’ offices, and we don’t nickel and dime you. Plus, our fees are below average. You get a quality crown without the sticker shock.
3 – The right crowns are a good value, because they last.
Our dentists have experience working with a wide range of dental materials to make crowns and other dental restorations. They know what materials are best based on things like the location of your tooth. These crowns can last for years with good care. Speaking of which, we help you keep your dental work in top shape. It’s important to maintain good care at home and at our office. Remember, there is still a natural tooth underneath the crown. The crown can’t decay, but the tooth itself still can. During checkups, we may offer tips and products to help you clean your crown more easily.
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4 – Don’t stress over the dental bill with our payment options.
We are used to dealing with insurance. We have found that most insurance plans cover about 40%-60% of “major” treatment costs. Crowns fall into this category. While we accept many insurance plans, we understand that out-of-pocket costs can be burdensome and that not everyone has dental insurance. You’ve got enough to worry about when your tooth is broken or hurts. You don’t need to worry about how to pay for your treatment, either. For this reason, we are happy to offer financing through CareCredit® and Sunbit. When you finance your treatment, you don’t have to pay for everything all at once. You can pay over several months or even years. We hope that takes a big weight off our patients’ shoulders. They can then focus on getting and feeling better and not worry about their bill.
Pleasant Dental® “gets it.” We know that the cost of dental treatment can be a big concern. Let’s talk about it! If another dentist has told you that you need a crown or are worried about a tooth, call (708) 576-1900. It takes just minutes to get to our Dolton, IL, office from South Holland, so you don’t have to spend much on gas to get to and from your appointments.
Dean Dietrich, DMD
Dr. Dean Dietrich has been practicing dentistry since 1986, when he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University's School of Dental Medicine. He had completed his undergraduate studies in business marketing and management at Michigan State University from 1978 to 1982.He opened Pleasant Dental in 2003 to provide excellent dental care and value for his patients. He is especially skilled and experienced with root canals, implants, and handling dental anxiety.
Dr. Dietrich is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, and the Indian Dental Association. He is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan and has orthodontic certification from the Academy of GP Orthodontics. Multiple agencies have recognized him annually as one of America’s Top Dentists.
