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Best Dental Crown Dentists in Princeton, NJ (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for dental crowns: Gentle Dental, ranked #1 of 49 by service score; emergency visits and evening hours.

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49 Princeton clinics list dental crowns and are ranked here by service score. 1 offers same-day or emergency visits and 15 open Saturdays. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 crowns dentists in Princeton at a glance

The 49 best crowns dentists in Princeton, 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. #17 Dental Care Princeton

    301 N Harrison St, Princeton, NJ 08540

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–8 PM · Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dental Care Princeton open for patient care with $50,000 of New Safety Equipment We have taken every step possible to ensure our patients and team are safe for treatment during COVID. In addition to all the recommendations from the CDC we have developed new protocols, training programs & invested over $50,000 in equipment to radically reduce the possibility of disease transmission in our office. For your convenience we are open Monday - Saturday from 7am – 8pm and are proud…

    From Dental Care Princeton's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #18 Brummel Darren S DDS

    301 North Harrison ( second floor, 301 N Harrison St suite f, Princeton, NJ 08540, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Princeton Dental Group provides comprehensive dental care for the entire family Our four general dentists and three specialists will help you address all of your dental needs with a collaborative approach to treatment. We believe the most important member of our team is you. We look forward to discussing your dental needs and treatment options with you. Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain a healthy, bright smile.

    From Brummel Darren S DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #19 F. Charles Wightman, DDS

    301 N Harrison St, Princeton, NJ 08540, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  4. #20 Princeton Dental Group

    301 N Harrison St Suite F, Princeton, NJ 08540

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  5. #21 Comfortable Dentistry Nirav Patel, DMD

    601 Ewing St suite b-3, Princeton, NJ 08540

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  6. #22 Princeton Smile Dental Studios

    10 Jefferson Plaza STE 200, Princeton, NJ 08540

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #22 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 12 PM–7 PM · Thu 10 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #23 West Windsor Family Dentistry, Roena Romero DDS

    706 Alexander Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for dental crowns in Princeton: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–4 PM · Thu 11 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #24 Huckel Kirk D DMD

    11 Chambers St, Princeton, NJ 08542

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for dental crowns in Princeton: Saturday hours.

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

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    In 1983, Dr. Kirk Huckel, DMD, opened Princeton Center for Dental Aesthetics and Implants. The practice is fundamentally based on a Holistic approach-the oral systemic connection. We believe in a preventive dental philosophy where early detection may prevent the need for more extensive treatment later. Our practice is dedicated to quality care, exceptional service, and, a full range of dental services. We offer most dental specialty services within the practice, including…

    From Huckel Kirk D DMD'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 Princeton?

Typical ranges in USD for Princeton, NJ. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do dental crowns cost in Princeton?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Porcelain or ceramic crown$1,200–$2,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Porcelain fused to metal crown$1,150–$2,100DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Gold or metal crown$1,150–$2,700DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—
Same-day crown$1,300–$2,350DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey—

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

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 Princeton crowns dentists

We scored 49 Princeton clinics offering dental crowns on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 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 Princeton 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 Princeton: frequently asked questions

Who is the best dental crowns dentist in Princeton?

Gentle Dental ranks #1 of 49 Princeton clinics offering dental crowns by DentistsRanked service score. It has emergency visits and evening hours. Ele-dent Pediatric Dentistry ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much do dental crowns cost in Princeton, NJ?

Dental crowns in Princeton typically costs $1,040–$2,340 USD. By type: porcelain or ceramic crown $1,200–$2,350; porcelain fused to metal crown $1,150–$2,100; gold or metal crown $1,150–$2,700. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for New Jersey. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Are dental crowns covered by insurance or Medicaid in New Jersey?

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 Princeton dental crowns dentists are open on Saturday?

15 of 49 Princeton clinics offering dental crowns list Saturday hours, including Gentle Dental, Dental Care Princeton and Brummel Darren S DDS. 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 Princeton?

49 Princeton clinics list dental crowns in our data. 15 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Princeton

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.