Crowns, Fillings and Root Canals in Fort Collins

Fixing cavities, cracked teeth and missing teeth with Dr. Joel Horton

How Do You Fix a Cavity or a Cracked Tooth?

It depends on how much of the tooth is damaged. At Horton Family Dental in Fort Collins, Dr. Joel Horton fixes cavities with fillings, covers cracked or weak teeth with crowns, and saves infected teeth with root canals. Missing teeth can be replaced with a bridge, a denture or a dental implant.

Catching a cavity early keeps the fix small. If you have a toothache or a broken tooth right now, call us at (970) 224-5599.

Which Treatment Do I Need?

Here’s what each one is for:

Fillings

For a cavity or a small chip. The decay is cleaned out and the space is filled, so the tooth works normally again.

Crowns

For a tooth that is cracked, worn or weakened. A crown covers the whole tooth and is shaded to blend in with your other teeth.

Root canals

For a tooth with an infected or badly damaged nerve. A root canal clears the infection and saves the tooth. Complex cases go to an endodontist, a root canal specialist.

Bridges

For one or more missing teeth. A bridge fills the gap and is anchored to the teeth on either side.

Dentures

For several or all missing teeth. Full and partial dentures, made for you and fitted and adjusted at our office.

Extractions

For a tooth that can't be saved, with a plan for what replaces it.

Not sure which you need? Dr. Horton will take a look, take digital X-rays if needed, and tell you your options and what they cost.

What Happens If I Wait to Fix a Cavity?

Small problems are easier and cheaper to fix.

A cavity doesn’t heal on its own. Left alone, it can:

That’s why regular checkups matter. Many cavities show up on X-rays before you can feel them. More in our guide, what to do if you have a cavity.

Will a Crown Match My Other Teeth?

Yes. Crowns are shaded to blend in with the teeth around them. Dr. Horton will talk through the right material for each tooth, since back teeth take more chewing force than front teeth.

What Our Patients Are Saying

    
 
 
         
   Annie Chaffee 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Both Tenor (and I am so sorry if I butchered the spelling of her name) and Dr. Horton were so patient with me and my massive anxiety. I couldn't feel more comfortable getting my dental care with them!!
  
 
        
   Paula Ayer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Horton is a kind and professional Dentist. Hygienists are super and gentle. We love the Front staff, always smiling and know us by name! Great small office feel.
  
 
        
   Zoey Griffin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great friendly people! Very calming and comforting for my 8 year old
  
 
        
   Taran Niemann 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They always provides great care!
  
 
        
   M McVean 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always friendly and helpful staff. My teeth felt great after my gentle cleaning. Dr. Horton is nice to talk with and answered all my questions.
  
 
        
   Jeffery Romero 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everybody there was very professional very kind very friendly I actually enjoyed going to the dentist imagine that you guys were wonderful
  
 
        
   Ryan Williams 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Horton was very personable. I had a crown put on with almost no pain. He and his whole staff are very good.

Crown and Filling Questions We Hear a Lot

Does getting a filling hurt?

We numb the area first, so most of what you feel is pressure. If you’re nervous, ask us about nitrous oxide.

How long does a crown last?

With good brushing, flossing and regular checkups, a crown can last many years. Grinding your teeth wears crowns faster, and a night guard helps protect them.

Is a root canal better than pulling the tooth?

Keeping your own tooth is usually the better choice when it can be saved. If it can’t, Dr. Horton will talk through replacing it with an implant, a bridge or a denture.

How much do fillings and crowns cost?

It depends on the tooth and the material, so we’ll tell you the cost before we start. Dental insurance often covers part of fillings and crowns, and we offer CareCredit.

I have a toothache right now. What should I do?

Call (970) 224-5599 during office hours and we’ll find you the earliest time we can.

Updated November 2026

Get a Cavity or Broken Tooth Fixed in Fort Collins

Have a cavity, a cracked tooth or a lost filling? Call us at (970) 224-5599 or send us a request, and we’ll set up a time for you to come in. We accept insurance and CareCredit.

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