Dental Crowns

A dental crown acts like a custom-made “cap” that fits snugly over your entire tooth, right down to the gum line. Its main job is to restore a tooth’s original shape, size, and strength. Think of it as a protective cover that also improves how your tooth looks. Crowns are designed to blend in with your natural teeth, helping them function properly and look their best.

Your dentist might suggest a dental crown for several reasons, especially when a tooth needs more than a simple filling to be healthy and strong again. Crowns can be a helpful solution in many situations.

• Protecting a weak tooth: If a tooth is weakened by decay or has large cracks, a crown can hold it together and prevent further damage.
• Restoring a broken or worn tooth: Crowns can bring back the original shape and function of teeth that have been significantly broken or worn down.
• Covering a large filling: When a tooth has a very large filling and not much natural tooth structure is left, a crown can provide extra support.
• After a root canal: Teeth that have undergone root canal treatment often become brittle. A crown protects these teeth from fracturing.
• Cosmetic improvements: Crowns can cover severely discoloured or misshapen teeth, enhancing the overall look of your smile.
• Supporting a dental bridge: Crowns are also used to anchor a dental bridge in place, replacing missing teeth.