Dental Crowns

What Are Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are custom-made caps placed over damaged or weakened teeth to restore their shape, size, strength, and appearance. They cover the visible portion of the tooth and help protect it from further damage.

Crowns are commonly recommended for teeth that have undergone root canal treatment, have large fillings, or are severely worn or damaged.

When Do You Need a Dental Crown?

Your dentist may recommend a dental crown in the following situations:

• Damaged Teeth: To restore teeth that are cracked, broken, or weakened.

• Severe Tooth Decay: To protect teeth with extensive decay.

• After Root Canal Treatment: To strengthen and protect a treated tooth when needed.

• Large Fillings: To support teeth with large fillings and limited remaining tooth structure.

• Worn Teeth: To restore teeth affected by excessive wear.

• Dental Implants: To provide a replacement tooth attached to a dental implant.

Types of Dental Crowns

Porcelain Crowns: Porcelain crowns offer a natural-looking appearance and can be designed to match the color of your surrounding teeth.

Ceramic Crowns: Ceramic crowns are commonly used for their natural appearance and are suitable for restoring visible teeth.

Metal Crowns: Metal crowns are known for their strength and durability and may be suitable for certain back teeth.

Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crowns: These crowns combine a metal base with a porcelain outer layer to provide both strength and a natural-looking appearance.

Benefits of Dental Crowns

• Protect weakened or damaged teeth.

• Restore tooth shape and function.

• Improve the appearance of your smile.

• Help prevent further damage to treated teeth.

• Provide a durable and long-lasting restoration with proper care.

Our Dental Crown Procedure

1. Dental Examination

Your dentist examines the affected tooth and determines whether a dental crown is the right treatment.

2. Tooth Preparation

The tooth is carefully prepared to create space for the crown.

3. Crown Creation

An impression or digital scan is taken to create a custom crown that fits your tooth.

4. Crown Placement

The crown is positioned and secured to restore the tooth's shape, strength, and function.

How to Care for Dental Crowns

Proper care helps maintain your dental crown and surrounding teeth.

• Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.

• Floss regularly around the crown.

• Avoid chewing very hard objects.

• Visit your dentist for regular checkups.

• Contact your dentist if your crown feels loose, uncomfortable, or damaged.