Crowns
Crowns are a type of lab-made dental restoration that surround your tooth on all visible surfaces. Crowns can be made from a wide variety of materials depending on the case. Most crowns are made from a tooth-coloured ceramic material.
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Crown FAQs
Making a crown requires two visits. At the first visit, we make space for the crown by reducing the tooth in size. After this, an impression or scan is taken and sent to the lab. This will be used to make the crown. At the end of this appointment, a temporary crown is placed over the prepared tooth until the final crown is ready.
Once the lab have made the crown, you will have a second appointment to cement the final crown in place using a strong adhesive.
- To restore cracked teeth
- To replace big fillings
- To cover a tooth that is heavily broken down
- To restore a back tooth which has had a root canal treatment
- To restore a dental implant
- To improve aesthetics in certain cases
This depends on the specific case and how well the crown is looked after. We recommend regular check-ups, good brushing and flossing and regular dental cleanings to maximise the longevity of your crown.