Dental Crowns in Chandler, AZ

A dental crown is a custom-made, tooth-shaped cap that fits over a damaged, decayed, or weakened tooth to restore its original shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are one of the most versatile treatments in restorative dentistry — they protect teeth after root canals, hold together cracked or fractured teeth, cover large fillings, and complete dental implant restorations. At Gateway Family Dentistry in Chandler, AZ, Dr. Gailey uses crowns to give patients durable, long-lasting results that look and feel like natural teeth.

We offer several crown materials to match your needs and budget. Porcelain and all-ceramic crowns provide the most natural appearance and are an excellent choice for front teeth. Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns combine the strength of a metal substructure with a tooth-colored porcelain exterior, making them a reliable option for back teeth that handle heavy chewing forces. During your consultation, Dr. Gailey will recommend the best material based on the tooth's location, your bite, and your aesthetic goals.

In many cases, a crown is also used as part of a dental bridge — a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. Crowns serve as the anchor points for the bridge, providing stable support for the replacement tooth (or teeth) in between. If you're missing a tooth and want a permanent, non-removable solution, ask Dr. Gailey whether a crown-supported bridge is right for you.