Dental Crowns in Winston-Salem, NC

When a tooth is damaged, weakened, or worn down, a dental crown can restore both strength and beauty — protecting your smile for the long term. At Trenton B. Bottoms, DDS, we offer expertly crafted ceramic and porcelain crowns in Winston-Salem, using the latest technology to ensure a perfect fit, long-lasting durability, and a natural appearance.

Whether you're restoring a broken tooth or replacing an old metal crown, we focus on conservative, aesthetic solutions that preserve your health and enhance your confidence.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” that covers a damaged or compromised tooth. It restores the tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance, allowing you to chew, speak, and smile with comfort and ease.

Crowns are commonly used to:

• Restore teeth with large fractures or decay
  
• Protect a tooth after root canal treatment
  
• Replace old, worn-down crowns or fillings
  
• Reinforce a tooth that’s structurally compromise
  
• Complete a dental implant or bridge
  
• Improve the aesthetics of a misshapen or discolored tooth
  

We offer both ceramic crowns and porcelain crowns — each selected for its natural appearance, biocompatibility, and long-term performance.

Ceramic vs. Porcelain Crowns: What’s the Difference?

Both ceramic and porcelain crowns are metal-free and designed to blend beautifully with your natural teeth. Dr. Bottoms will recommend the best material based on your needs and smile zone.

Ceramic Crowns:

• Strong and durable
  
• Ideal for molars or back teeth
  
• Excellent stain resistance
  
• Highly biocompatible (great for patients with metal sensitivities)
  

Porcelain Crowns:

• Lifelike translucency and shade matching
  
• Best suited for front teeth or visible areas
  
• Custom-layered for maximum aesthetic appeal
  
• Often combined with zirconia for added strength
  

Whether restoring a single tooth or combining crowns as part of a smile makeover, we design every crown with function and beauty in mind.

What to Expect During Your Crown Procedure

1. Evaluation & Planning
   We examine the tooth, take digital images or CBCT scans, and discuss your restorative goals. If a crown is needed, we’ll outline your options and walk you through every step.
   
2. Tooth Preparation
   Dr. Bottoms gently shapes the tooth and removes any damaged structure. We take a precise impression using digital or traditional methods.
   
3. Temporary Crown
   You’ll leave with a natural-looking temporary crown to protect the tooth while your permanent one is crafted.
   
4. Custom Fabrication
   Your crown is created in a dental lab using layered ceramic or porcelain to match your natural smile.
   
5. Final Placement
   At your second visit, we cement the permanent crown, check your bite, and polish the result for a seamless finish.
   

For patients who qualify, we also offer same-day CEREC® crowns — eliminating the need for a second appointment or temporary crown.

Why Choose Dr. Bottoms for Dental Crowns?

• Conservative Philosophy: We only recommend a crown when it’s truly needed — and always prioritize preserving healthy tooth structure.
  
• Aesthetic Precision: Dr. Bottoms customizes each crown’s shape, shade, and fit to blend beautifully with your natural smile.
  
• Advanced Imaging & Technology: Digital scans, intraoral photography, and CBCT imaging ensure accuracy and comfort at every step.
  
• One-on-One Attention: We take time to explain your options clearly and never rush your care.
  

If you’re searching for a dentist near me who values precision, aesthetics, and long-term function, we’re ready to help restore your smile — conservatively and beautifully.