Dental crowns in Pittsburgh
A cap that covers and protects a tooth that is cracked, worn down or holding a large filling.
2 visits
Adults
65+
Is it right for you?
A tooth has a crack or a large old filling
You had a root canal on a back tooth
A tooth is worn down from grinding
What happens at the visit
Time in the chair
2 visits
Visit 1: shaping the tooth and a digital scan, 60 to 90 min
A temporary crown for about two weeks
Visit 2: fitting and cementing the final crown, 30 to 45 min
What affects the cost
Crown material: porcelain fused to metal or all-ceramic
A build-up underneath if the tooth is badly broken
Front tooth or back tooth
Most PPO plans pay about half of a crown after your deductible. Your estimate shows the exact split before visit 1.
Before any treatment starts, you get a written estimate with your share. Nothing is added without a new one.
After your visit
The temporary crown can come loose. Call us and we put it back the same day.
At a glance
Time in the chair
2 visits
No insurance
$1,150 to $1,400 per tooth
CDT codes
D2740
Sample prices
Every treatment here is provided by our general dentists.
Who does it
The people you’ll see for this visit.
Reviews
In our patients’ words.
4.9
212 reviews on Google
Sample rating, Nov 2026
“The estimate said $43 and the bill said $43. After my last dentist, that alone made me a patient for life.”
Megan R. · Google review, Oct 2026
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“No insurance since I started freelancing. The membership covers my cleanings, and they told me the crown price up front.”
Chris D. · Google review, Sep 2026
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“Dr. Ostrom showed me the X-ray and gave me two options with prices. No pressure either way.”
Luis T. · Google review, Aug 2026
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Questions
Before you book.
Something we didn’t answer? Call or text us at (412) 555-0162.
How long does a crown last?
Often 10 to 15 years or longer with regular checkups.