A crown is a dental restoration that covers most of the tooth that is above the gumline.
- Crowns may be made of a variety of materials; porcelain, ceramic, gold, gold alloys and metal-porcelain combinations just to name a few.
- The cost and esthetics vary with the material selected.
- Most crowns made in our office are all ceramic.
- Crowns usually take two appointments to complete.
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Discuss with the dentist what would work best for you.
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The use of a crown can strengthen a tooth with a large filling, or fracture, when most of the tooth structure is missing or structurally compromised.
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Crowns are often used to restore teeth that have had root canal therapy as the tooth is weakened by cleaning out the inside of the tooth.
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Crowns can also be used to attach bridges or cover an implant.
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Crowns may also be used to improve the appearance and alignment of teeth, especially front teeth that are discolored or misshapen.
