Dental Crowns
When a filling isn't enough to save the tooth.
About crowns
Restorative dentistry
Tooth-colored fillings.
Got a cavity? A filling fixes it before it turns into a bigger problem. At Clarity Dental in McDonough, fillings are composite resin matched to your tooth's shade, so the repair strengthens the tooth and blends right into your smile.
- Written estimates before treatment
- Out-of-network benefits filed as a courtesy
- CareCredit, HSA and FSA accepted
- Unhurried visits, plain-language answers
Request an AppointmentCall (770) 954-1180
Dr. Paris Little, DDS · Serving McDonough since 1990
Visit us
One office in McDonough.
Address
97 Atlanta Street, Suite 200, McDonough, GA 30253
Onsite parking in front and back. A quarter mile from the McDonough square.
Hours
Mon to Thu, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri to Sun, Closed
Small repair, zero shortcuts.
Here's the thing: decay doesn't heal on its own. Once a cavity forms, removing it and sealing the tooth with a bonded composite filling stops the damage and brings back normal chewing. Composite bonds directly to the tooth, which lets Dr. Little keep more healthy structure than old-style metal fillings required.
Honest diagnosis matters: not every stain or groove is a cavity, and you'll never be talked into filling a tooth that only needs watching. When decay is too large for a filling to hold reliably, she'll explain why a crown is the sturdier choice, with the reasoning laid out plainly before anything is scheduled.
What to expect
A filling, step by step.
Numb and comfy
We numb the tooth carefully. If needles or dental visits are tough for you, our comfort options can take the edge off.
Out goes the decay
We clean out the cavity completely, saving as much healthy tooth as possible.
Sculpted and set
We shade the composite to match, sculpt it into place, harden it with a light, and polish it so your bite feels natural.
No surprises on price.
Filling costs depend on the tooth and how many surfaces are involved. Whatever your situation, you'll have the price in writing before we start, and small problems fixed now cost far less than big ones fixed later.
Most PPO plans cover fillings at their out-of-network rate, and we file the claim as a courtesy. See insurance and payment options for the details.
Benefits, honestly
Dental insurance coverage.
Clarity Dental is not in-network with any insurance plan, and you can still be seen here. Most PPO plans pay out-of-network benefits toward care, and we file those claims as a courtesy so you do not have to.
- Written estimates before treatment is scheduled
- Out-of-network claims filed as a courtesy
- CareCredit financing available
- Cash, check, all major cards, HSA and FSA
Check your benefits
Bring your plan information to any visit, or call ahead, and the team will explain what your plan is likely to cover before treatment is scheduled.
Filling in the blanks.
Does getting a filling hurt?
We numb the tooth first, so most patients feel vibration and pressure, not pain. If dental anxiety is the harder part, ask about nitrous oxide and our other comfort options.
How long do tooth-colored fillings last?
Often many years, depending on the filling's size, your bite, and your home care. We check existing fillings at every exam and let you know honestly when one is wearing out.
Why does my tooth need a crown instead of a filling?
When too much of the tooth is decayed or cracked, a filling has nothing solid to hold onto. A crown covers and protects the whole tooth instead. If we recommend one, you'll hear exactly why.
Can you replace my old metal fillings?
Yes, when there's a good reason: a worn or leaking filling, a crack, or new decay underneath. Swapping healthy metal fillings purely for looks is a conversation about tradeoffs, and you'll get a straight take on whether it's worth it.
From our patients
Why people choose Clarity Dental.
Feel a twinge when you chew?
Small cavities are the cheap kind. Request a time online or call the office.