Dental Crowns in Arlington Heights
Dental crowns in Arlington Heights for a cracked, worn or heavily filled tooth. Dr. Bilus D Poles DDS,MAGD,DICOI, DIDIA, plans each crown around your bite and your smile so it looks like your own.
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- 541Google reviews
- 2,500+Hours of continuing education
- 2Dental degrees (DDS)
- MAGD: Master of the Academy of General Dentistry
- ICOI and IDIA Board Certified Diplomate
- Most major dental plans accepted
A dental crown is a custom cap that covers a damaged tooth to restore its shape, strength and look. It suits teeth that are cracked, heavily filled or worn, and it can top an implant. Omni Dental offers dental crowns in Arlington Heights, planned and placed by Dr. Bilus D Poles DDS,MAGD,DICOI, DIDIA.
What is a tooth crown?
A tooth crown is a tooth-shaped cover that fits over the whole visible part of a tooth, down to the gumline. It takes the biting load, so the weak tooth underneath does not crack further.
People often call it a cap. The goal is the same either way: keep your natural root in place and give you a tooth that chews, looks and feels normal again.
When do you need a crown on a tooth?
You may need a crown when a filling can no longer hold a tooth together. Dr. Poles looks at how much healthy tooth is left, where it sits and how hard you bite.
Common reasons for crowns:
- A cracked or broken tooth that would keep splitting without full coverage.
- A large old filling with little natural tooth left around it.
- A tooth treated after a root canal, especially a back tooth.
- Worn teeth from grinding that have lost height and shape.
- Missing teeth, where a crown sits on an implant or forms part of a bridge.
- A cosmetic concern, such as a badly stained or misshapen tooth.
A crown is not always the answer. If enough healthy tooth remains, a filling, bonding or an onlay may protect it with less drilling.
Dr. Poles will tell you when a smaller repair makes more sense.
What type of tooth crown is the strongest?
The best crown is the one that fits the tooth’s job. A front tooth needs a natural look. A back molar needs strength against heavy chewing.
| Material | Look | Strength | Often used for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porcelain or all-ceramic | Most natural | Good | Front teeth, visible areas |
| Zirconia | Tooth-colored | Very high | Back teeth, people who grind |
| Porcelain fused to metal | Tooth-colored surface | High | Teeth needing both look and strength |
| Gold or metal alloy | Metal color | Very high | Back teeth out of view |
Dr. Poles tells you which he recommends for your tooth and why. He weighs appearance, strength, how much tooth must be shaped, and how the crown meets the teeth it bites against.
What are the steps in the dental crown procedure?
A traditional crown usually takes two visits. The four steps are shown in the crown guide on this page. Between visits, you wear a temporary while a dental lab makes your final crown to Dr. Poles’ plan, and he then fits and adjusts it.
Some people ask if a crown can be made in one appointment. Our guide to single-visit crowns explains how that works and who it may suit.
How to make your crown last
With good care, a crown can serve you for many years. How long yours lasts depends on the material, the tooth underneath, your bite and your habits at home.
- Brush twice a day and clean where the crown meets the gum.
- Wear a night guard if you grind or clench.
- Avoid chewing ice, pens or very hard candy.
- Keep regular checkups so problems at the crown edge are caught early.
Crowns that restore your smile, not just your bite
On front teeth, a crown is as much about looks as strength. Dr. Poles chooses the shade and shape with you, so the crown blends with the teeth beside it.
He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). If several front teeth need work, he can plan them together, so your smile looks even and balanced.
Why choose Omni Dental for dental crowns in Arlington Heights?
- Experience: 22+ years in dentistry, with dental degrees from the University of Baghdad and the University of Illinois at Chicago.
- Training: Master of the Academy of General Dentistry, with 2,500+ hours of continuing education.
- Implant crowns planned here: Dr. Poles is a Board Certified Diplomate of the ICOI and the IDIA, so an implant and its crown are planned in one office.
- Reviews: rated 5.0 on Google from 541 reviews.
Price depends on the material, any prep work and your plan. Our guide to what a crown costs walks through each factor. Omni Dental accepts most major dental plans, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental and MetLife.
The office at 305 E. Rand Road is open Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM. Read what to expect as a new patient, then call (847) 483-8833.
Meet your dentist
Dr. Bilus D PolesDDS,MAGD,DICOI, DIDIA
Every treatment plan at Omni Dental is led by Dr. Poles, from checkups and cleanings to full-arch implant care.
- MAGDMaster of the Academy of General Dentistry
- ICOIBoard Certified Diplomate, Implantology
- IDIABoard Certified Diplomate, Implants
- LaserCertificate in Dental Laser Surgery
- Illinois license #019.027365
Your options
Which crown material suits your tooth?
Each crown material has strengths. Dr. Poles tells you which he recommends for your tooth.
Porcelain and all-ceramic crowns
The most natural look and translucency. A common choice for front teeth and any tooth that shows when you smile.
Zirconia crowns
Tooth colored and very strong. Well suited to back teeth, heavy chewing and people who grind.
Porcelain fused to metal
A ceramic surface over a metal base. A durable option where strength matters as much as appearance.
Crowns on implants
A crown that sits on a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, planned together with the implant itself.
Single-visit crowns
Learn how single-visit crowns work and who they may suit. Dr. Poles decides at your exam what fits your tooth.
Learn more
Step by step
How does getting a crown work?
- 1
Exam and X-rays
Dr. Poles checks the tooth, root and gums and explains whether a crown is the right repair.
- 2
Shape the tooth
The tooth is numbed and reshaped, with a core buildup first if a lot of tooth is missing.
- 3
Impressions and temporary
Your tooth is recorded for the crown, and a temporary crown protects it in the meantime.
- 4
Fit and bite check
The final crown is checked for fit, shade and bite, then cemented so you can chew normally.
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Trusted and recognized
Affiliated with leading dental organizations
Dr. Poles is a member of leading dental associations and has completed more than 2,500 hours of continuing education.
Proud member of our local chambers of commerce
Insurance
We accept most major dental plans
We accept most major dental plans, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental and MetLife. Bring your insurance card and we will check your benefits before treatment starts.
Not sure about your plan? Call (847) 483-8833 and our front desk will look it up with you.
- + most other major dental plans
Google reviews
Rated 5.0 on Google
Real words from real patients. Omni Dental holds a 5.0 rating from 541 reviews on Google.
- Katherine BastermajianMay 20, 2026★★★★★
He’s fabulous. Extremely nice and professional.
- AshtarMay 6, 2026★★★★★
I had a really great experience at Omni Dental! Everyone was so friendly and welcoming and the office was super clean and organized. Dr.Bilus is very honest and explained everything clearly without pushing unnecessary work. You can tell they genuinely care about their patients. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a good dentist!!!
- George BitarMay 4, 2026★★★★★
The experience was amazing. I came in for a crown and I did not feel a thing. The process from beginning to end was the easiest process and I highly recommend Omni and Dr Poles. Thank you for everything
- SuNnY Mad1omApril 30, 2026★★★★★
Very careful with teeth and they treat you very nicely
- Rami LilouApril 30, 2026★★★★★
Been going to this doctor since I was 5, even at his old office, amazing and smooth experience everytime
- Jorge MendezApril 30, 2026★★★★★
Mayra and Atziri are very helpful with insurance. Isabel and Maribel are great assistants.
- Andrea ArroyoApril 30, 2026★★★★★
Such a mellow and genuine office and staff. Dr poles is genuinely honest and tells things like they are. Mayra at the front was such a sweet person and perfect customer service. Definitely found my dentist
- JessicaApril 28, 2026★★★★★
I had a great experience here ,all the staff is super friendly and great doctor :)
- Carlos Enrique Rodríguez SantanaApril 25, 2026★★★★★
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How do you plan for the cost of a crown?
What a dental crown costs
Material, prep work and your insurance plan set the price. Our cost guide explains each factor before your visit.
Areas we serve
Close to home in the northwest suburbs
Our one office at 305 E. Rand Road in Arlington Heights sees patients from these nearby cities.
- Arlington Heights
- Schaumburg
- Buffalo Grove
- Palatine
- Mount Prospect
- Des Plaines
- Rolling Meadows
- Dental implants in Hoffman Estates
- Sleep apnea care in Elk Grove Village
All 58 communities we serve
Prospect Heights · Wheeling · Northbrook · Deerfield · Park Ridge · Bensenville · Glenview · Niles · Bloomingdale · Hanover Park · Morton Grove · Addison · Highland Park · Franklin Park · Mundelein · Bartlett · Elmhurst · Skokie · Wilmette · Libertyville · Villa Park · Lake Forest · Carpentersville · Carol Stream · Elmwood Park · Lombard · Melrose Park · Bellwood · Glen Ellyn · Evanston · Cary · Elgin · Maywood · Wheaton · Algonquin · Lincoln Square · Rogers Park · Westchester · Avondale · Oak Park · South Elgin · North Chicago · Grayslake · West Chicago · Uptown · Berwyn · Brookfield · Downers Grove · Gurnee
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do not see your question? Call us and we will talk it through.
Call (847) 483-8833Is it painful to get a crown put on a tooth?
The tooth is numbed before it is shaped, so most people feel pressure rather than pain. Some sensitivity to hot or cold for a few days afterward is common. Dr. Poles gives you aftercare steps and tells you what to do if it lasts.
Are ceramic dental crowns good?
For many teeth, yes. Ceramic and porcelain crowns give the most natural look, which is why they are common on front teeth. On back teeth or for people who grind, a stronger material such as zirconia may be the better fit.
What is a tooth crown specialist called?
The specialist is a prosthodontist, a dentist with extra training in crowns, bridges and dentures. Most crowns are placed by general dentists. Dr. Poles is a general dentist and a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry.
How much is a full mouth of crowns?
It depends on how many teeth need crowns, the materials, any prep work such as buildups or root canals, and your insurance. Full-mouth work is planned tooth by tooth, so ask for a written plan and estimate after your exam.
Can I eat normally with a temporary crown?
You can eat, but be gentle. Avoid sticky foods like caramel and gum, and chew on the other side when you can. When you floss, slide the floss out to the side instead of pulling it up, so the temporary stays in place.
Will my crown match my other teeth?
Tooth-colored crowns are shaded to blend with the teeth around them. If you plan to whiten, do it before the crown is made, because crowns do not change color with whitening. The shade is checked against your neighboring teeth first.