About Implant Crown in Sun City Anthem Henderson

An implant crown in Sun City Anthem Henderson is the visible tooth portion of a single dental implant — a custom-made porcelain or zirconia crown attached to the implant abutment. Implant crowns in Sun City Anthem Henderson are crafted to match surrounding teeth in color, shape, and size. The crown is the final step in single tooth implant treatment, placed 3–6 months after implant surgery. Cost is $1,500–$2,500 for the crown alone in Sun City Anthem Henderson.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an implant crown last in Sun City Anthem Henderson?
Implant crowns in Sun City Anthem Henderson typically last 15–25 years with proper care. Zirconia crowns are more durable than porcelain-fused-to-metal and resist chipping. Regular dental checkups in Sun City Anthem Henderson and avoiding habits like ice chewing or teeth grinding (bruxism) extend crown life significantly.
How much does an implant crown cost in Sun City Anthem Henderson?
Implant crowns in Sun City Anthem Henderson cost $1,500–$2,500 for the crown and abutment alone. When combined with implant placement, total single tooth implant cost in Sun City Anthem Henderson ranges from $3,000–$6,000. Some dental insurance plans cover implant crowns as a prosthetic even if they don't cover the implant itself.
What material is best for an implant crown in Sun City Anthem Henderson?
Zirconia implant crowns are the preferred material for most Sun City Anthem Henderson patients due to their strength, natural appearance, and biocompatibility. Porcelain-fused-to-zirconia offers excellent aesthetics. For back molars in Sun City Anthem Henderson, solid zirconia is recommended for its durability under chewing forces.
How is an implant crown placed in Sun City Anthem Henderson?
After the implant has fused with the jawbone (3–6 months), your Sun City Anthem Henderson dentist takes impressions or a digital scan. A custom crown is fabricated and attached to the implant via an abutment — either screwed in or cemented. The entire crown placement appointment in Sun City Anthem Henderson takes about 1 hour.