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Your tooth or teeth are about to be prepared for a crown. The tooth/teeth will be shaped, an impression will be taken and a temporary crown will be place to cover the preparation until the permanent crown(s) is delivered in 2 weeks.

There is normally very little, if any, discomfort experienced afterward. If you do experience more than mild discomfort, please contact this office.

When the preparation involves an area close to the nerve, there can be sensitivity to hot and cold. If the nerve does not calm down, root canal treatment may be required.

You will be appointed to come back in 2 weeks for crown(s) delivery. It is essential that the crown is delivered in 2 to 3 weeks. The preparation area can change and the crown might not fit after that time. If you wait too long and your crown no longer fits, there will be another charge to make another crown.

The entire cost of the crown is incurred on the first visit. There is no charge for the delivery. We will allow you to divide the cost into 1/2 on the initial visit and the balance on delivery. This service is for your convenience.

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This information also applies to Bridgework also. Bridgework is comprised of several units of crowns connected.

If you have insurance, you are required to pay that portion not covered by your policy. This can be done in 2 equal payments as described above.