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Best Dental Crown Dentists in Bay City, MI (2026)

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    Best overall for dental crowns: Daniel S. Ruff, DDS, ranked #1 of 35 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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35 Bay City clinics list dental crowns and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 crowns dentists in Bay City at a glance

Top 10 crowns dentists in Bay City at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Daniel S. Ruff, DDS73
2Ankoviak Daniel G DDS67
3Dr Buchanan67
4Dr. Bernard A. Labombard, DDS67
5Dr. Charles Mclaren67
6Dr. Sydney Learman67
7Elizabeth Picard, DMD67
8Henning, Woodbury & Howard, PC67
9Hugo Janice67
10King Abby L DDS67

The 35 best crowns dentists in Bay City, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  14. #14 Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center

    4161 Shrestha Dr, Bay City, MI 48706

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #14 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant CenterFull profile(989) 892-9341
    In their words

    The team at Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center offers every patient a comprehensive solution to their oral health problems. We perform many restorative procedures to help patients achieve a complete smile, such as placing dental implants or a full-arch restoration.

    From Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  15. #15 Bever Family Dentistry

    512 S Trumbull St, Bay City, MI 48708

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Bever Family DentistryFull profile(989) 892-7663
    In their words

    At Bever Family Dentistry, we strive to provide you with comfortable dental care with state-of-the-art technology and treatment. Whether you need a routine dental exam or emergency dentistry, we will provide the highest quality care. Our office is conveniently located on the corner of Trumbull and 16th Street. We are completely handicap accessible.

    From Bever Family Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  16. #16 Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PC

    1405 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #16 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PCFull profile(989) 414-1355
    In their words

    At Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PC dentist office in Bay City MI, your smile is our top priority. Dr. Kernstock with the entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve. Part of our commitment to serving our patients includes providing information that helps them to make more informed decisions about their oral health needs.

    From Thomas A. Kernstock, DDS, PC's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 My Community Dental Centers ~ Bay City

    2614 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at My Community Dental Centers ~ Bay CityFull profile(989) 402-0510

  18. #18 Darrin M. Jones D.D.S.; West Bay Dental

    401 S Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Wed 7:30 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Darrin M. Jones D.D.S.; West Bay DentalFull profile(989) 686-5410

  19. #19 Benjamin M. Straight DDS

    1601 Marquette Ave #2, Bay City, MI 48706, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Benjamin M. Straight DDSFull profile(989) 686-1133

  20. #20 Matthew R Ward DDS PLC – Dentist at Bay City Dental Center

    1601 Marquette Ave STE 3, Bay City, MI 48706, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Matthew R Ward DDS PLC – Dentist at Bay City Dental CenterFull profile(989) 686-0055
    In their words

    Bay City Dental Center, you and your family can turn to Dr. Matthew Ward and his caring team for general, restorative, cosmetic, periodontic, endodontic, and specialist dental care. Our dental facility provides high-quality dental care to create beautiful smiles, from root canals and dental veneers to routine dental exams and professional teeth whitening treatments. Dr. Ward is a skilled, experienced dentist who helps Saginaw, Midland, and Bay City, MI area patients of all…

    From Matthew R Ward DDS PLC – Dentist at Bay City Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants, John Picard DMD, MS

    120 E Main St, Bay City, MI 48708, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants, John Picard DMD, MSFull profile(989) 892-0440

  22. #22 Gregory Rosecrans, DDS

    2107 16th St, Bay City, MI 48708, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–2 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gregory Rosecrans, DDSFull profile(989) 892-7832

  25. #25 Aspen Dental Clinic

    3897 Wilder Rd, Bay City, MI 48706

    33/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for dental crowns in Bay City on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–6 PM · Wed 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen Dental ClinicFull profile(989) 439-9179

All 35 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Kais Waleed M DDS33
27Dr. Melissa K. Payne, DDS33
28Holsinger Deirdre J DDS33
29Shelegey Kli-Anne J DDS33
30Euclid Dental Clinic PLC28
31Aspen Dental24Sat
32Dr. Chelsea Mason Dental17
33Signature Dental17
34Great Lakes Family Dental Group17
35Learman Dental17

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What are dental crowns?

A dental crown is a cap that covers a damaged, weakened or root-canal-treated tooth to restore its shape and strength. Crowns are made from porcelain, ceramic, metal, or porcelain fused to metal. Some clinics make same-day crowns with in-office milling.

Dental crowns: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists place most crowns. A prosthodontist, a specialist in restoring teeth, may be recommended for complex cases involving many teeth, implants, or major bite changes.

How much do dental crowns cost in Bay City?

Typical ranges in USD for Bay City, MI. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do dental crowns cost in Bay City?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Porcelain or ceramic crown$920–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—
Porcelain fused to metal crown$870–$1,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—
Gold or metal crown$870–$2,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—
Same-day crown$1,000–$1,800DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full dental crowns cost guide for Bay City

What to expect from dental crowns

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Dental crowns: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsUsually 2 visits about 2 weeks apart; 1 visit for same-day crowns
Chair timeAbout 60–90 minutes for the preparation visit
RecoverySome sensitivity for a few days is common
When to see a specialistFull-mouth restoration, crowns on several implants, or complex bite problems

How we ranked Bay City crowns dentists

We scored 35 Bay City clinics offering dental crowns on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Bay City data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Dental crowns in Bay City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental crowns dentist in Bay City?

Daniel S. Ruff, DDS ranks #1 of 35 Bay City clinics offering dental crowns by DentistsRanked service score. Ankoviak Daniel G DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do dental crowns cost in Bay City, MI?

Dental crowns in Bay City typically costs $800–$1,800 USD. By type: porcelain or ceramic crown $920–$1,800; porcelain fused to metal crown $870–$1,650; gold or metal crown $870–$2,100. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Michigan. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Are dental crowns covered by insurance or Medicaid in Michigan?

Many dental insurance plans cover crowns as major care, often at about 50% after the deductible, up to the annual maximum. Waiting periods may apply. Medicaid adult coverage for crowns varies by state.

Does getting a crown hurt?

Crown preparation is done with local anesthetic, so most patients feel pressure and vibration rather than pain. The tooth and gum can be sensitive for a few days afterward. Sensitivity that lasts more than a couple of weeks should be checked by your dentist.

Which Bay City dental crowns dentists are open on Saturday?

1 of 35 Bay City clinics offering dental crowns lists Saturday hours, including Aspen Dental. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer dental crowns in Bay City?

35 Bay City clinics list dental crowns in our data. 1 is open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Bay City

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 35 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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