Natural-Looking Crowns for Existing Dental Implants
If you already have a dental implant post in place and need the tooth on top, our implant crown services are designed for you. We restore dental implants by crafting the visible tooth (the crown) that attaches to your implant’s abutment. This approach provides a seamless, lifelike replacement that blends with your smile and supports confident chewing and speaking – without listing or performing implant placement surgery itself.
What We Do (and What We Do Not)
We restore implants with custom crowns. That means we design, fabricate, and place the crown that sits on your existing implant abutment. If you still need the titanium implant post placed in your jaw, we will coordinate with a trusted oral surgeon or periodontist and then complete the restoration once healing is finished. This team-based model helps deliver predictable, comfortable, and long-lasting results.
Why Choose a Custom Implant Crown?
- Lifelike esthetics: Shade-matched ceramics (porcelain or zirconia) mimic natural enamel for a seamless look.
- Precision fit: Digital scans and careful bite analysis help create a crown that feels comfortable from day one.
- Durability: Strong, wear-resistant materials stand up to daily chewing forces.
- Tissue-friendly: Proper contours support gum health and make hygiene easier around your implant.
Our Implant Crown Process
- Evaluation & records: We review your implant, take digital scans or impressions, and confirm the abutment type and torque history.
- Smile design: Shape, shade, and translucency are selected to match neighboring teeth for natural harmony.
- Fabrication: Your crown is crafted from high-quality ceramic (often zirconia or porcelain-fused materials) for strength and esthetics.
- Try-in & adjustments: We check contacts, bite, and tissue contours; small refinements ensure comfort and function.
- Final placement: The crown is secured (screw-retained or cemented, depending on your case) and polished for a flawless finish.
Screw-Retained vs. Cemented Implant Crowns
Both options can be excellent. A screw-retained crown allows easy removal for maintenance and avoids excess cement near the gums. A cemented crown may be chosen for esthetics or when implant position benefits from a hidden interface. We will recommend the approach that best fits your anatomy, smile goals, and long-term maintenance plan.
Care & Maintenance
- Brush twice daily with a soft brush and low-abrasion toothpaste.
- Use floss, interdental brushes, or water flossers to clean under the crown margins and around the implant.
- Schedule regular professional cleanings and exams to monitor bone levels, gum health, and screw stability.
- Wear a nightguard if you clench or grind to protect your restoration.
With proper care, implant crowns can deliver many years of reliable function and beauty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you place dental implants?
No. We focus on implant crowns – the tooth that restores an implant you already have. If you still need an implant placed, we can refer you to a surgical specialist and complete your crown after healing.
How long does an implant crown take?
Most cases require two visits after your evaluation – one for records and shade matching, and one for final placement. Timing may vary if a custom abutment or additional adjustments are needed.
What materials do you use?
We commonly use zirconia for strength and durability or layered ceramics for enhanced translucency. We will recommend the best option based on bite, esthetics, and implant position.
Ready to Complete Your Implant?
If you need the tooth on top of your existing implant, we can help. Schedule a consultation to discuss a custom implant crown that fits comfortably, looks natural, and lasts.