A lost filling or a crown that comes off leaves the tooth underneath exposed, and it can usually be fixed the same day at our office in Tracy, Minnesota. Call (507) 555-0142 and we hold a time for you. Bring the crown with you in a small bag. One of our dentists checks the tooth and either re-cements the crown or places a new filling.
The $539.47 figure is an estimated maximum, not a fixed fee. It covers a limited emergency exam, one dental X-ray and a CBCT (3D) scan if the dentist needs one. Your actual charge depends on the imaging you need, and a CBCT scan is not always necessary. Treatment is charged separately and explained before any work starts.
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Signs you need a same-day repair
- The tooth hurts, or is very sensitive to cold, air or sweets
- A sharp edge is cutting your tongue or cheek
- The crown came off with part of the tooth still inside it
- The tooth underneath looks dark, broken or soft
- You swallowed or lost the crown
If none of these apply, you may be able to wait a day or two. Even then, an exposed tooth can break or decay faster than you'd expect, so don't let it go for weeks.
What happens at your same-day visit
The dentist examines the tooth and takes an X-ray to see why the filling or crown came loose. Often it's new decay underneath, which needs to be cleaned out first. If the crown and tooth are both in good shape, the crown is cleaned and cemented back on. If not, the dentist places a new filling or a temporary crown, and a new permanent crown is made afterward.
If the nerve has become infected, an emergency root canal may come first. If too little tooth is left, the dentist explains every option. Local anesthesia is used when needed.
Cost of filling and crown repair in Tracy
The emergency exam has an estimated maximum of $539.47. Re-cementing a crown, a new filling and a new crown are each priced differently, and you hear the price before work starts.
We're in network with Delta Dental Premier. For other private plans we submit the claim when you have out-of-network benefits. Cash, check, credit cards and financing through Cherry, Sunbit, Proceed Finance or CareCredit are accepted. See the cost and insurance page.
Why patients choose our 3rd Street office
We hold same-day times Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Most crowns and fillings are dealt with in one visit. The phone is answered 24/7. Parking is available.
Filling and crown repair near you in southwest Minnesota
Our office is at 212 3rd St Ste 4, Tracy, MN 56175. From Walnut Grove, it's about 12 minutes west on US 14. From Balaton, drive about 19 minutes east on the same highway. From Currie, come north on county roads.
Frequently asked questions
Can I glue my crown back on myself?
Please don't. Household glue can damage the tooth and the crown, and a crown pushed on crooked can change your bite or trap decay underneath. Keep the crown in a bag, keep the area clean, and call us at (507) 555-0142.
What should I eat until the appointment?
Soft foods, chewed on the other side. Avoid sticky, hard and very cold or sweet foods. Brush gently around the tooth so food doesn't collect in the opening.
What if the crown broke along with the tooth?
Bring all the pieces you have. A tooth that broke under a crown may need a new crown, a root canal, or in some cases removal. See broken tooth repair.