Dental Crowns

Dental Crowns: Restore Your Smile and Protect Your Teeth

Dental crowns, also known as caps, are a versatile and effective solution for restoring damaged, weakened, or discolored teeth. These custom-made restorations cover the entire visible portion of a tooth, providing strength, protection, and a natural-looking appearance.

What are Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that are placed over a damaged or weakened tooth. They can be made from various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal, or a combination of these materials. Crowns are custom-made to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, ensuring a seamless and aesthetically pleasing restoration.

Why You Might Need a Dental Crown

• To protect a weakened tooth from fracturing
• To restore a fractured or broken tooth
• To cover a dental implant
• To support a dental bridge
• To cover a severely discolored or misshapen tooth
• To protect a tooth after a root canal

Types of Dental Crowns

• Porcelain Crowns: These crowns are highly aesthetic and natural-looking, making them a popular choice for front teeth.
• Ceramic Crowns: Similar to porcelain crowns, ceramic crowns offer excellent aesthetics and durability.
• Metal Crowns: These crowns are very strong and durable, making them suitable for back teeth.
• Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) Crowns: These crowns combine the strength of metal with the aesthetics of porcelain.
• Zirconia Crowns: These crowns are extremely strong and durable, offering excellent aesthetics and biocompatibility.

The Dental Crown Procedure

The dental crown procedure typically involves two or more appointments. During the first appointment, the tooth is prepared for the crown, and impressions are taken. During the second appointment, the custom-made crown is fitted and cemented into place. click to see all the dental care services.