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Best Dental Crown Dentists in Palo Alto, CA (2026)

67 clinics offering dental crowns, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall for dental crowns: Crystal Chang, DDS, ranked #1 of 67 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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67 Palo Alto clinics list dental crowns and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays and 1 opens after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

The 67 best crowns dentists in Palo Alto, 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.

  1. #2 Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health

    750 Welch Rd Ste 118, Palo Alto, CA 94304, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for dental crowns in Palo Alto on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for dental crowns in Palo Alto on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Palo Alto Pediatric Dentist Michelle Haghpanah specializes in pediatric dentistry, she treats children from infancy through adolescence, and those with special needs. Caring for your child is serious business, that’s why she treats each child as if they are her own. Dr. Haghpanah looks forward to partnering with you to help your child achieve a lifetime of healthy bytes!

    From Little Bytes Pediatric Dentistry Palo Alto's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #24 Palo Alto Dental Care

    2421 Park Blvd Suite A200, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for dental crowns in Palo Alto: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #25 Gentle Dental Palo Alto

    853 Middlefield Rd Ste 1, Palo Alto, CA 94301

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for dental crowns in Palo Alto: Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    A beautiful smile can be had in beautiful Palo Alto, CA, and it doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here at Gentle Dental, our friendly staff and experienced dentist can provide great oral care at prices you can afford. Our services provide tremendous value for patients seeking comprehensive, gentle treatment.

    From Gentle Dental Palo Alto's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Palo Alto?

Typical ranges in USD for Palo Alto, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do dental crowns cost in Palo Alto?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Porcelain or ceramic crown$1,300–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Porcelain fused to metal crown$1,200–$2,300DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Gold or metal crown$1,200–$2,900DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Same-day crown$1,400–$2,500DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 Palo Alto crowns dentists

We scored 67 Palo Alto clinics offering dental crowns on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 duplicate listings). 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental crowns dentist in Palo Alto?

Crystal Chang, DDS ranks #1 of 67 Palo Alto clinics offering dental crowns by DentistsRanked service score. Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do dental crowns cost in Palo Alto, CA?

Dental crowns in Palo Alto typically costs $1,120–$2,520 USD. By type: porcelain or ceramic crown $1,300–$2,500; porcelain fused to metal crown $1,200–$2,300; gold or metal crown $1,200–$2,900. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Are dental crowns covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

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 Palo Alto dental crowns dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 67 Palo Alto clinics offering dental crowns list Saturday hours, including Palo Alto Dental Care, Gentle Dental Palo Alto and Palo Alto Advanced Dentists. 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 Palo Alto?

67 Palo Alto clinics list dental crowns in our data. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Palo Alto

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 85 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.