Dental Crowns for Kids in Austin, TX

Your child may benefit from a crown when a cavity is too large for a standard filling, a tooth is fractured from an injury, after pulp therapy (baby root canal), when teeth have developmental defects or weak enamel, or when grinding has worn down enamel significantly.

Our pediatric dental team carefully evaluates each tooth and recommends crowns only when necessary to preserve long-term oral health.

Stainless Steel Crowns — The most durable and cost-effective option for back baby teeth. They're pre-formed and can be placed in a single visit. While silver in appearance, they're typically used on molars that aren't visible when your child smiles.

Tooth-Colored Crowns — Made from composite or zirconia materials that match your child's natural tooth color. Ideal for front teeth where appearance matters. These crowns are strong, biocompatible, and virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth.

Yes — baby teeth serve critical functions even though they'll eventually fall out. They hold space for permanent teeth, help children speak clearly, and enable proper chewing. Losing baby teeth too early can lead to spacing issues requiring orthodontic treatment later.

A crown protects the damaged tooth until it's naturally ready to be replaced by its permanent successor, maintaining proper spacing and preventing further decay or infection.