Do you get a shot when making a tooth crown?

Yes: In most cases you need to numb the nerve in order to do a crown unless the tooth's nerve is out however, i had few patient that i worked on that were able to tolerate doing crown without a shot.

Not always needed: Depends on whether the tooth is vital or not; also if there is decay at or below the gum line. If the tooth is non vital and there is adequate healthy tooth structure supragingivally, then the procedure can be comfortably performed without the need for local anesthesia. If the tooth is vital you will definitely want to be numb. Hope this helps.

Depends: All depends on whether the tooth is vital, or has had a root canal. If vital, I would recommend local anesthesia. In 35 years, I have only done a few crowns on vital teeth without local anesthesia (at patient's request). If root canaled tooth, no need for local anesthesia, unless the tissue is sensitive, then only a little is needed. Discuss with your Dentist. Good Luck.

It is recommended: Your dentist will make you comfortable during a crown procedure by numbing your tooth with local anesthetic.