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Crowns

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth - covering the tooth to restore its shape and size, strength, and/or to improve its appearance.

The crowns, when cemented into place, fully encase the entire visible portion of a tooth that lies at and above the gum line.

A crown protects the tooth. A crown can prevent these problems by covering and protecting the tooth and restoring its strength and shape.

There are many kinds of crowns, including crowns made of gold, porcelain-fused-to-metal, and porcelain. We’ll talk with you about the best one for your situation to help you keep your healthy and beautiful smile.

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Why Is a Dental Crown Needed?

A dental crown may be needed in the following situations:

  • To protect a weak tooth (for instance, from decay) from breaking or to hold together parts of a cracked tooth
  • To restore an already broken tooth or a tooth that has been severely worn down
  • To cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn't a lot of tooth left
  • To hold a dental bridge in place
  • To cover misshapened or severely discolored teeth
  • To cover a dental implant