Dental Crowns – Northampton, MA | Amherst, MA | Greenfield, MA
Added Protection For Stronger, Healthier Teeth
Dental decay is a common problem among children. As hard as you may try as their parent to ensure they’re eating healthy foods and practicing good brushing and flossing skills at home, one or more cavities can arise that leave their smile vulnerable to additional damage down the road. At Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry, though, our board-certified pediatric dentists can provide added protection to these teeth with custom dental crowns. Don’t hesitate to call our office today so that we can give your child the care their smile needs.
Why Choose Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry for Dental Crowns?
- Custom-Made, High Quality Crowns Used
- Board-Certified Pediatric Dentists on Staff
- Your Dental Insurance is Welcome in Our Office
What is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown, often called a “cap,” is a protective restoration that helps shield teeth from future damage or infection. At Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry, we take a minimally invasive approach to treating cavities in children by placing a pre-formed metal crown over the affected tooth. This seals off the decay without the need for drilling or anesthesia. The method is gentle, child-friendly, and helps ease discomfort and anxiety, while effectively stopping the decay until the baby tooth is ready to fall out naturally.
The Benefits of Getting a Dental Crown
While no one wants their child to receive a dental crown, this restorative treatment is one of the safest, most reliable ways to improve their oral health after suffering from decay or damage. By receiving this type of care, you can expect there to be great benefits, including:
- A restoration that delivers premier protection for more than a decade.
- Optimal durability that allows for normal wear and tear while eating.
- Better oral health by removing the affected portions of the tooth and preventing the further spread of decay.
Understanding the Cost of Kids Dental Crowns
Learning that your child needs a dental crown is likely to stir up many questions, one of which may be about the cost. The only way we can determine the price for this type of restorative care is to schedule an appointment with our team. The cost of kids dental crowns can vary based on different factors that their dentist will go over with you during a consultation. We’ll also make sure you have all the information you need to budget for this type of treatment.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Kids Dental Crowns
Your child’s dentist will evaluate the various factors that must be considered before determining the official cost of their dental crowns. These can include:
- The number of dental crowns your child will need
- The type of material that is used to craft each crown
- Whether they require additional treatment (i.e., pulp therapy)
- The severity of the damage or decay
It can be tempting to ask about cheaper materials if you’re concerned about your budget, but it’s also important to remember that lower-quality options often do not last as long. We’ll make sure you know about the available payment options we provide in-house so that the quality of your child’s crown is not sacrificed.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Kids Dental Crowns?
If your child is covered under your dental insurance, there is a good chance their treatment will be covered up to 50%. This means that as long as you’ve met your deductible, and you have available funds within your annual maximum, your insurance company will pay a portion of the overall price. This can help alleviate your financial burden by making it easier to afford this type of restorative care.
You can expect our team to assist in filing all necessary paperwork and claims so that your focus can remain on your child.
Other Options for Making Kids Dental Crowns Affordable
At Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry, we want to help our patients’ families avoid the burden of high treatment costs, which is why we not only welcome dental insurance but also MassHealth and CareCredit.
Choosing a payment plan that makes it easy to pay off your balance over time instead of all upfront can be a welcome relief if you are concerned about the cost of your child’s dental crown. All you need to do is call and ask a member of our team for additional information about how you can sign up.