Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap, which completely covers and protects a weakened tooth. Crowns are bonded to the tooth using special dental cement, giving you a strong and durable solution. A dental crown may also be screwed into a dental implant, otherwise known as an implant crown.

Cracked or Broken Teeth

Crowns shield fractured teeth from further damage.

Large Cavities

When a cavity is too extensive for a filling, a crown offers a more robust solution.

Root Canals

Crowns can protect teeth that have undergone root canal treatment, ensuring their long-term health.

Dental Implants

Crowns are the visible part of a dental implant, restoring both function and aesthetics.

Planning

Initially records such as x-rays, impressions or scans of the tooth may be taken for planning the crown treatment.

Preparation

The tooth is then prepared ready for the crown, this is a similar process to having a filling done.

Record

An accurate record of the tooth and surrounding area is taken either through a digital scan or traditional impression.

Temporary Crown

While your permanent crown is being crafted in a lab (which can take a few weeks), a temporary crown will be placed to protect your tooth.

Crowns are a fantastic option for many patients, but there are alternatives to consider:

• Inlays: For moderate tooth damage, inlays act like fillings but are stronger and more durable.
• Onlays: Similar to inlays, onlays offer a more conservative approach for teeth with more extensive damage.

Inlays and Onlays may sometimes be known as partial crowns

• Veneers: These thin porcelain shells are ideal for restoring chipped, discoloured, or worn front teeth.