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Dental Crowns

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Beverly Hills Porcelain Dental Crowns
At Rifkin Raanan, we apply an artistic touch and a scientific approach to every dental procedure — including dental crowns. Led by Dr. Rodney Raanan, a Harvard-trained prosthodontist specializing in the restoration of teeth, and Dr. Robert Rifkin, with over four decades placing crowns for some of the most celebrated smiles in the world, our practice delivers Beverly Hills dental crowns that are genuinely indistinguishable from natural teeth. Every crown is hand-finished at Atelier Aesthetics, our in-house ceramics lab — a standard of craftsmanship found nowhere else in Beverly Hills.

What are Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns, often referred to as caps, are protective coverings that completely encase a tooth, restoring it to its original size, shape, and strength. In cosmetic dentistry, crowns can also enhance a tooth’s appearance — improving both form and function in a single restoration. At Rifkin Raanan, our Beverly Hills dental crowns are designed to strengthen and protect teeth that are too damaged to be restored with more conservative treatments such as fillings, inlays, or onlays.
Each crown we place is meticulously crafted at Atelier Aesthetics, our proprietary in-house dental lab, to match the exact size, shape, and color of your surrounding teeth. Our master ceramists hand-finish every restoration — not machine-mill it — ensuring a level of precision and aesthetic quality that consistently produces results patients describe as completely natural. With proper care, a high-quality dental crown can last 10 to 15 years or more, making it one of the most durable and long-term restorations available in modern dentistry.

Dental Crown Materials

Not all dental crowns are created equal. The material used has a direct impact on how natural your crown looks, how long it lasts, and how well it functions. At Rifkin Raanan, we work with the most advanced crown materials available and will recommend the right option based on the location of the tooth, the degree of damage, and your aesthetic goals.

All-Porcelain / All-Ceramic Crowns

The gold standard for front teeth and any crown where aesthetics are the primary concern. All-porcelain crowns offer the most natural translucency and color-matching of any crown material, mimicking the light-reflecting properties of real tooth enamel. At Rifkin Raanan, our hand-finished porcelain crowns are crafted to be virtually undetectable against surrounding natural teeth.

Zirconia Crowns

Zirconia crowns are an all-ceramic option prized for their exceptional strength — making them ideal for back teeth that endure heavy chewing forces. Modern zirconia offers excellent aesthetics alongside superior durability, and is a popular choice for patients who grind their teeth or need a restoration that must withstand significant bite pressure over the long term.

Emax (Lithium Disilicate) Crowns

Emax crowns are an all-ceramic option that combines excellent strength with outstanding aesthetics — making them one of the most versatile crown materials available. Their natural translucency makes them particularly well-suited for front teeth, while their durability makes them a strong choice for premolars. Emax is one of the closest matches to natural tooth structure in terms of both appearance and feel.

Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM)

Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns combine a metal substructure for strength with a porcelain outer layer for aesthetics. While largely supplanted by modern all-ceramic options at Rifkin Raanan, PFM crowns remain a reliable choice in select cases where maximum strength is required and the tooth is not prominently visible in the smile line.
During your consultation, Dr. Rifkin or Dr. Raanan will evaluate your specific case and recommend the material that best balances function, longevity, and the natural aesthetics your smile deserves.

The Benefits of Dental Crowns

Dental crowns offer a range of benefits that go beyond restoring the appearance of a tooth. They provide essential protection and support for teeth weakened by decay, fractures, or large fillings — and in the hands of a skilled prosthodontist and cosmetic dentist, they can be virtually invisible. The key benefits of porcelain dental crowns in Beverly Hills include:
  • Structural protection: A crown fully encases a damaged tooth, shielding it from further decay, fracture, or wear.
  • Restored bite function: Crowns restore the full chewing surface of a compromised tooth, correcting bite imbalances and allowing normal function.
  • Natural aesthetics: Hand-finished at Atelier Aesthetics, our crowns are matched to the exact shade, contour, and translucency of your surrounding teeth.
  • Long-term durability: With proper care, a quality dental crown lasts 10 to 15 years or longer — a reliable, long-term investment in your oral health.
  • Versatility: Crowns address a wide range of restorative and cosmetic concerns in a single treatment — from decay and fracture to discoloration and misshapen teeth.
  • Implant completion: Porcelain crowns serve as the visible, natural-looking component that completes a dental implant restoration.

When Are Dental Crowns Needed?

During your consultation, Dr. Rifkin or Dr. Raanan will perform a full assessment to determine if a crown is the right solution for your tooth. Dental crowns in Beverly Hills are commonly indicated in the following cases:
  • Tooth Decay: Extensive decay that cannot be restored with a filling.
  • Fractured or Broken Tooth: Restores shape, size, and strength after fracture.
  • Large Filling Replacement: When a large filling needs replacement, a crown provides added durability.
  • Root Canal Treatment: Protects and strengthens a tooth after root canal therapy.
  • Cosmetic Enhancement: Corrects significant discoloration, shape irregularities, or alignment issues.
  • Cracked Teeth: Holds a cracked tooth together and prevents further damage.
  • Large Cavities: When a cavity compromises structural integrity beyond what a filling can address.
  • Weakened Tooth Structure: Provides support for teeth weakened by enamel erosion or hypoplasia.
  • Capping a Dental Implant: The visible, natural-looking component of an implant restoration.
  • Bruxism Protection: Protects teeth from the ongoing damage of grinding and clenching.
  • Malformed or Misshapen Teeth: Corrects shape or appearance for improved aesthetics.
  • Bridge Attachment: Serves as the anchor crowns that support a dental bridge.
  • Preventing Tooth Wear: Restores natural tooth height and function in cases of severe wear.

Dental Crowns vs. Porcelain Veneers

Both crowns and veneers improve the appearance of teeth — but they serve very different purposes. Understanding which is right for your situation is one of the most important decisions in cosmetic dentistry.

Dental Crowns

  • Cover the entire tooth surface
  • Indicated when the tooth is structurally compromised
  • Used after root canals, for large decay, fractures, or heavily filled teeth
  • Require more tooth preparation (removal of outer layer)
  • Provide both restorative and cosmetic improvement
  • Typically last 10–15+ years

Zirconia Crowns

  • Cover only the front surface of the tooth
  • Best for teeth that are structurally sound but cosmetically imperfect
  • Ideal for discoloration, chips, gaps, or mild misalignment
  • Minimal tooth preparation — less than a millimeter of enamel removed
  • Primarily a cosmetic solution
  • Typically last 10–20+ years

Emax (Lithium Disilicate) Crowns

If your tooth is healthy but cosmetically imperfect, a veneer is likely the more conservative choice. If the tooth is damaged, decayed, or structurally weakened, a crown is the appropriate restoration. In some cases — particularly in a full smile makeover — both are used strategically across different teeth. Our doctors will assess your complete dental picture and give you an honest recommendation.
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Your Dental Crown Procedure

The process of placing a dental crown typically requires two appointments, though advanced technology at Rifkin Raanan allows for same-day dental crowns in certain cases.
During your first visit, Dr. Rifkin or Dr. Raanan will anesthetize the tooth and surrounding area, remove any decay, and shape the tooth’s surface to ensure a precise fit for the new crown. Precise digital impressions are then taken and sent directly to Atelier Aesthetics, where your crown is hand-crafted by our master ceramists. A temporary crown is placed to protect the tooth in the interim.

At your second appointment, the temporary crown is removed, the tooth is thoroughly cleaned, and your permanent crown is fitted with precise bite adjustments before being bonded in place with permanent adhesive. Before you leave, you will receive detailed care instructions and a recommended schedule for regular dental visits to ensure the long-term health and longevity of your restoration.

Every crown that leaves Atelier Aesthetics is checked against our strict quality standards — color, contour, bite alignment, and margin fit — before it ever enters your mouth. It is this level of internal quality control that sets Rifkin Raanan apart from practices that outsource their restorations to off-site labs.

Dental Crown Results

Once your permanent crown is in place, you will be able to eat, speak, and smile with confidence, knowing your tooth is fully protected and restored. The custom-crafted crowns from Atelier Aesthetics are designed to match the color, shape, and translucency of your natural teeth — providing a seamless, natural appearance that our patients consistently describe as impossible to distinguish from their real teeth. With proper care, your dental crown can last 10 to 15 years or more, providing lasting benefits to both your oral health and the beauty of your smile.

Dental Crown Recovery

Recovery is typically straightforward with minimal discomfort. Some mild sensitivity around the treated tooth in the days following placement is normal and resolves quickly. Follow the care instructions provided by Dr. Rifkin or Dr. Raanan — which may include avoiding hard or sticky foods briefly — and maintain good oral hygiene with regular brushing and flossing. Dental crowns require no special care routine beyond what you already do for your natural teeth, and regular professional cleanings every six months will keep your crown and surrounding teeth in optimal condition for years to come.

Are Dental Crowns Painful? a

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia — you will not feel discomfort while the tooth is being prepared. Dr. Rifkin and Dr. Raanan are committed to a calm, comfortable experience at every step, and various anesthesia methods are available to ensure the process is completely pain-free. After placement, mild sensitivity is normal for a few days as the tooth adjusts. Most patients return to their normal routine the same day.

Cost of Dental Crowns in Beverly Hills

The cost of a dental crown in Beverly Hills varies depending on the type of crown, material selected, the location of the tooth, and the complexity of the case. Implant crowns may differ based on the overall implant treatment plan. Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for crowns placed for restorative purposes — our office team can help verify your benefits and outline financing options. Your exact cost will be determined during your consultation and presented in a transparent treatment plan with no surprises.

The Rifkin Raanan Difference

When it comes to dental crowns Beverly Hills patients deserve more than a competent result — they deserve a restoration that is genuinely beautiful. The difference at Rifkin Raanan begins with who is planning your crown.

Dr. Rodney Raanan holds a Master of Medical Sciences from Harvard School of Dental Medicine and is a board-certified prosthodontist — a dental specialty focused entirely on the restoration and replacement of teeth. Dr. Robert Rifkin is a graduate of St. Louis University School of Dentistry, an adjunct faculty member at UCLA, a member of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and the American College of Prosthodontists, and has placed crowns for some of the most recognized smiles in the entertainment world over the past four decades. Together, they bring a depth of combined expertise that is virtually unmatched in Beverly Hills restorative dentistry.

The second difference is Atelier Aesthetics — our in-house ceramics studio where every crown is finished by hand by master craftsmen rather than machine-milled and shipped from an off-site lab. This means tighter quality control, faster turnaround, and a final result that is truly custom to you. It is this combination of world-class clinical expertise and in-house artistry that makes the Rifkin Raanan crown something apart.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With proper care and regular professional cleanings, a high-quality dental crown typically lasts 10 to 15 years or more. Crowns hand-finished at Atelier Aesthetics use premium materials and precise fitting techniques designed for long-term durability. Avoiding habits like grinding, chewing ice, or biting hard objects will help maximize the lifespan of your crown.
We work with all major premium crown materials including all-porcelain, Zirconia, Emax (lithium disilicate), and porcelain-fused-to-metal. The right material depends on the location of the tooth, the degree of damage, bite forces, and your aesthetic goals. Dr. Rifkin or Dr. Raanan will walk you through the options and recommend the best choice for your specific case.
In most cases, yes. After root canal therapy, a tooth becomes more brittle and susceptible to fracture. A crown is typically recommended to protect the tooth from further damage and restore its full function. Your doctor will assess whether a crown is necessary based on how much natural tooth structure remains.
Yes, in select cases same-day crowns are possible at Rifkin Raanan. However, for most patients we recommend our standard two-appointment process, which allows our master ceramists at Atelier Aesthetics to hand-finish your crown to the highest aesthetic standard. Same-day milled crowns are faster but do not offer the same level of customization and artistry as a hand-crafted restoration. Your doctor will advise on the best approach for your situation.

A crown covers the entire tooth and is used when the tooth is structurally compromised — after decay, fracture, or a root canal. A veneer covers only the front surface and is best for teeth that are structurally healthy but cosmetically imperfect. If your tooth needs both protection and aesthetic improvement, a crown is typically the right choice. Your doctor will recommend the most appropriate and conservative solution during your consultation.

A “tooth cap” is simply another name for a dental crown. Both terms refer to the same restoration — a custom-fitted covering that encases the entire visible portion of a damaged tooth above the gum line.
You can usually eat shortly after your crown is placed. However, wait until the anesthesia has fully worn off to avoid accidentally biting your tongue or cheek. For the first few days, avoid very hard or sticky foods while the tooth adjusts to the new restoration.
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