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Dental Crowns in Mundelein

At Nova Dental Care in Mundelein, IL, we use custom porcelain and ceramic crowns to restore teeth that are damaged, worn, or weakened — helping you regain both function and a natural-looking smile. A dental crown (or “cap”) covers the visible portion of a tooth, protecting it from further damage while improving its strength, shape, and appearance.

What Are Dental Crowns?

A dental crown is a strong, custom-made restoration that fits securely over a tooth to restore its shape, stability, and appearance. Each crown is color-matched to your natural teeth for a seamless result that looks and feels just like your own enamel.

You may need a dental crown if you have:

  • A tooth treated with a root canal
  • Severe decay or cracks
  • A worn-down or misshapen tooth
  • A large filling that’s weakened the remaining structure

Rather than removing the tooth, a crown reinforces it — preserving your natural smile for years to come.

What to Expect During Treatment

A crown typically requires two visits:

  1. Preparation & Impressions:
    We gently reshape the tooth and take precise digital scans to create your custom crown. You’ll leave with a comfortable temporary crown to protect your tooth.
  2. Final Placement:
    Once your permanent crown is ready, we’ll bond it securely in place, fine-tune the fit, and ensure your bite feels balanced and natural.

After Your Crown Placement

It’s normal to experience mild sensitivity or gum tenderness for a few days after your crown appointment.

To stay comfortable:

  • Rinse with warm salt water to soothe your gums.
  • Take over-the-counter pain relief if needed.
  • Avoid sticky or hard foods until the tenderness subsides.

Most patients feel completely comfortable within a week or two.

How Dental Crowns Protect Your Smile

Without treatment, a cracked or weakened tooth can continue to deteriorate and eventually require extraction. A crown strengthens and protects your tooth, restoring full function for chewing and speaking while preventing uneven wear on surrounding teeth.

Crowns also help maintain proper bite alignment and overall oral health.

Benefits of Dental Crowns

  • Natural appearance: Custom color-matched to blend perfectly with your smile.
  • Durable protection: With good care, crowns can last 10–20 years or more.
  • Restored function: Allows normal chewing and speaking without pain.
  • Enhanced confidence: Brings back the natural beauty and strength of your smile.

Schedule Your Appointment

If you have a damaged, worn, or weakened tooth, a dental crown can restore your smile and protect your long-term oral health.

Call or book online to schedule your consultation at Nova Dental Care in Mundelein, IL — and learn how a custom crown can help you smile comfortably and confidently again.

Other related treatments.

Our cosmetic dental treatments are designed to improve the aesthetics of your smile.

Dental Bridges

Fill in gaps in your smile, including spaces between missing and real teeth.

Dentures

Custom-made, synthetic teeth that replace your missing teeth.

Dental Fillings

Repair small holes, or cavities, in your tooth.

Gum Disease Treatment

Eliminate swollen, sore, bleeding gums and bad breath.

Dental Implants

Replace a lost or extracted tooth and improve oral health.

Inlays & Onlays

Restore the structure of your teeth after decay or damage.

Root Canal Treatment

Save an infected tooth from extraction.

FAQ

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” that covers a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its
strength, shape, and appearance. You may need a crown if you have a large cavity, a cracked tooth, a
worn-down filling, or a tooth that’s been treated with a root canal. At Nova Dental Care in Mundelein, we
design crowns that blend perfectly with your natural teeth, so your smile looks and feels great.

Crowns can be made from porcelain, ceramic, zirconia, or metal, depending on your needs and budget.
We often recommend tooth-colored porcelain or zirconia crowns because they’re durable and provide a
natural, seamless look. During your visit, our dentist will help you choose the best option for your smile.

Getting a crown usually takes two visits. During your first visit, we’ll prepare the tooth, take digital
impressions, and place a temporary crown. Your permanent crown is custom-made at a dental lab and
placed at your second visit, typically within two weeks. We’ll make sure the fit and color are perfect
before cementing it in place.

Not at all. We use local anesthesia and gentle techniques to keep you completely comfortable. You
may feel mild sensitivity afterward, but it usually goes away within a few days. Our team at Nova Dental
Care is dedicated to making every appointment relaxing and pain-free.

With proper care, crowns can last 10 to 15 years or longer. The key is maintaining good brushing and flossing habits, visiting us for regular cleanings, and avoiding habits like chewing ice or biting your nails.
If your crown ever feels loose or uncomfortable, call us right away so we can check it.

Because we combine modern technology with personalized care. Our crowns are designed for strength, comfort, and beauty — and we take time to make sure you love your results. Patients from Mundelein,
Libertyville, and Vernon Hills trust us because we treat every smile as if it were our own.

OUR PROMISE

Our philosophy for dentistry is simple and straightforward. We aim to provide care that is in your best interest. This means we are transparent and non judgemental, kind and empathetic. We have multiple specialists in house as we feel that this is the best way to provide comprehensive care to our patients.

Our office is relaxing and spa-like because let’s face it, no one loves going to the dentist. We’re trying to change that by providing a soothing environment for oral care.

Dr. Omari

Muhammad A. Omari, DDS

Founder, General Dentist