Dental Crowns
A damaged tooth can cause discomfort and stress, making daily activities like eating or speaking a challenge.
Dr. James Slaman offers durable dental crowns to restore damaged teeth and improve the look of your smile – often in just one visit.
See how dental crowns can transform your life at our office in Albuquerque, NM.
Custom Dental Crowns
Crafted From Quality Materials
Dental crowns have many functions and benefits; the procedure might even be recommended to improve the appearance of your smile. Our Albuquerque dental office offers traditional and same-day crowns with our innovative CEREC® system. Whether you need to strengthen a damaged tooth or replace a missing tooth with an implant-supported crown, we're confident we have a solution to meet your dental needs.
Dental Crowns Provide Many Benefits
Boosted Confidence
Many dental concerns can detract from your appearance. A dental crown often improves the look of a damaged tooth, allowing you to flaunt a healthier-looking smile.Durable Protection
Dental crowns can protect a compromised tooth that is decayed, broken, or chipped by providing extra strength and structure.Long-Lasting Effects
With proper maintenance and care, crowns can last for 10 years or more, allowing patients to bite and chew without worry.Natural-Looking Results
Designed to look and function like natural teeth, a dental crown matches your surrounding teeth to blend into your smile seamlessly.Dr. Slaman Explains Crowns
In this video, Dr. James Slaman discusses the purpose of dental crowns, candidacy requirements, and how long a crown lasts. You may need a dental crown if you have a broken or decayed tooth, or a tooth with a large filling that needs replacing. The crown can last more than a decade with proper care.
A Dentist With the Highest Standards of Care Request a Consultation Today
In practice since 1992, Dr. Slaman considers himself a perfectionist. He is passionate about providing the best care to all his patients by keeping up with continuing education. His office is equipped with not just the latest state-of-the-art technology, but also perks to make your visit as comfortable as possible. We offer warm blankets, headphones, gourmet coffee, and filtered water. To learn more about whether a crown is right for you, request a consultation or call our Albuquerque, NM, office:
(505) 881-7586
"Dr. Slaman is the best." Albuquerque Gives Us 5-Stars
Sandra Lydle
Albuquerque, NM
2023
Great friendly staff Dr Slaman is the best
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Albuquerque, NM
2023
My dentist for years. Always has a great staff, and does a great job.
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In this video, Bonnie discusses her dental patient experience with Dr. James Slaman. Bonnie has had dental issues since she was young. Dr. Slaman has improved the function of her smile, which has had a significant impact on her overall health.
What Is the Cost of Dental Crowns?
The cost of a dental crown depends on a few factors, such as which restorative material you select and which tooth is treated. The cost can also depend on any preparatory procedures such as dental implant surgery or a root canal.
If you have dental insurance, your crown should be partially or fully covered unless it is an elective treatment. We also accept CareCredit® financing and offer in-office payment plans at our Albuquerque office to help offset the price of dental care. Please let us know if you have any questions, and we'll be happy to walk you through the process.
See How a Crown Is Placed
Types of Crowns Offered at
Our Dental Office
We offer a range of crowns at our office in Albuquerque, such as porcelain, gold, and ceramic. Dr. Slaman will work with you to recommend the crown type that best fits your individual dental needs and goals.
Porcelain
A porcelain crown is virtually impossible to distinguish from a natural tooth. Made to match any shade flawlessly, porcelain is an excellent option for patients who want results that are both aesthetic and reliable in strength and durability.
Gold
Dr. Slaman is renowned for his skill with gold crowns. This type is typically recommended for the restoration of your back molars. It is incredibly strong and can withstand tremendous force. If you chronically clench your teeth, a gold crown may be a good option for you.
IPS e.max
This type of material has a more lifelike effect compared to gold. IPS e.max® has a slight translucence, allowing the material to interact with light as natural enamel does. This results in a sparkle that will leave you with a brighter smile and healthier-looking teeth.
Zirconia
Similar to IPS e.max, zirconia is an advanced ceramic that comes in a variety of shades. Our dentist will select the color that best matches your surrounding teeth for a seamless fit. Zirconia is reliable and extremely durable, and may be a good option for strengthening back teeth.
Albuquerque Loves Us
Flor Reyes Irvin
Albuquerque, NM
2022
Front and back office staff is the absolute best! There is never a wait. The office is beautiful. Everybody is caring and kind. It’s always a great experience.
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Albuquerque, NM
2023
Friendly kind and professional
View on GoogleThe State-of-the-Art CEREC System Say Goodbye to Temporary Crowns
Whenever possible, Dr. Slaman will use our CEREC dentistry system to provide natural-looking permanent crowns in a single appointment at our Albuquerque, NM, office. By using a high-tech scanner to take impressions of your tooth, we're able to create custom designs that fit your tooth like a glove.
Patients can enjoy results in just one dental visit without worrying about repeat trips to the dentist or temporary crowns. Despite their advantages, CEREC permanent crowns are not right for everyone. Our dentist will evaluate your needs and provide the treatment recommendation that is best for you.
What to Expect During Treatment
Creating crowns on-site allows us to closely oversee every step, from design to placement.
How to Care for Your Dental Crown
To ensure the longevity of your new crown, we recommend several tips:
- Avoid chewing ice and biting your nails.
- When flossing, slide the floss to the side instead of lifting it up and out.
- Practice good dental hygiene to keep your teeth, gums, and crown healthy.
- Schedule twice-yearly dental appointments.
Why Albuquerque Turns to Us
Vanessa Shiflett
Albuquerque, NM
2023
Always a great experience! While most people dread the dentist, I know I will always be well taken care of !
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Albuquerque, NM
2023
Incredible staff and Dr Slaman takes every step possible to save my teeth. I so appreciate this team.
View on GoogleFill the Gap in Your Smile Implant-Supported Crowns and Dental Bridges
Losing a tooth can have an impact on your self-esteem, oral function, and oral health. Our dentist in Albuquerque, NM, can restore your bite, boost your self-confidence, and improve your oral health with a dental bridge or implant-supported crown.
Implant-Supported Crowns
When a tooth is lost, the lack of dental roots causes the bone tissue in your jaw to begin to deteriorate. This is because the roots of a tooth provide stimulation to your jawbone, keeping it healthy and strong. Without prompt treatment, jawbone atrophy can lead to shifting teeth, sunken cheeks, and additional tooth loss. Dental implants act like tooth roots and are the only treatment proven to stop jawbone atrophy. Dr. Slaman in Albuquerque can fill the gap in your smile with an implant-supported crown that acts, feels, and looks just like a natural tooth.
Dental Bridges
A traditional dental bridge uses the two teeth on either side of the gap in your smile as anchor points. These teeth are capped with dental crowns to support replacement teeth. While a traditional dental bridge does not offer the same stability or protection to your jawbone as an implant-supported restoration, it can keep your teeth from shifting and restore function. Dental bridges also provide a more affordable way to restore oral function and complete your smile.
Let's Find the Solution You Need
Crowns are a versatile treatment that can be used to meet a wide range of needs. Are you missing a single tooth and interested in replacing it with an implant-supported restoration? Is your tooth severely compromised by trauma or decay? Maybe you have a healthy tooth, but it needs a cosmetic upgrade that other treatments can't quite provide. A crown could very well be the solution you need.
During your consultation, Dr. Slaman will patiently examine your teeth and gums, listen as you explain your goals, and determine whether a crown or another one of his many dentistry services is the best way to realize the smile you want and need. Write to us or give us a call to get started:
(505) 881-7586
Crowns as a Cosmetic Treatment
Crowns are primarily known as a restorative solution, but in some cases, crowns can provide exactly the cosmetic upgrade a patient needs. For example, if you have a severely misshapen tooth, or if a veneer would not adequately hide the imperfection you want to address, a custom crown can completely cover the tooth to achieve the desired appearance. In some instances, a tooth may be severely discolored in a way that whitening cannot improve, and would be visible through a thin porcelain veneer. In these cases, Dr. Slaman may determine that a crown is the best way to make your smile more attractive and provide a boost in confidence.
Dental Crowns FAQ Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
What do dental crowns cost?
First, it's important to know that basic insurance plans contribute to at least a portion of the cost of crowns when they are used to address a medical need such as a decayed or damaged tooth. If you want a crown for purely cosmetic reasons, you can expect to pay out of pocket. The materials used to create your crown are also an important factor in the price of your crown. The best way to determine what your crown might cost is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Slaman.How long do crowns last?
By brushing twice and flossing at least once daily, and visiting your dentist for a checkup every six months, you can expect your crown to last 10 years or longer.Can I have an MRI done if I have a dental crown?
The crowns Dr. Slaman provides (made of gold, porcelain, e.max, or zirconia) will not interfere with an MRI. If you need an MRI and have a crown made from a metal other than gold, get in touch with us about replacing it with something that won't just look great and provide outstanding support, but also allow you to get the diagnostics you need.
What Albuquerque Patients Are Saying
Ty Harlacker
Albuquerque, NM
2023
Dr. Slaman and his staff are amazing. They are courteous and informative, I really appreciate them. Look no further, they're honest and do excellent work.
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Albuquerque, NM
2023
Dr. Slaman and his office staff were able to work me in for an emergency. He was very sympathetic and helpful.
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