Porcelain Crowns

What Are Porcelain Crowns?

A dental crown is a cap that fits over an entire tooth, restoring its shape, size, and strength. It is custom-made to match your surrounding teeth and is cemented in place so it functions exactly like a natural tooth.

Crowns are workhorses of restorative dentistry. They protect teeth that have been cracked, heavily filled, or weakened by decay, and they restore full biting function in the process. With the right care, a well-made crown lasts many years.

When Should You Consider It?

• A tooth that is cracked or broken: A crown holds the tooth together and prevents the damage from spreading.
• A large old filling that is failing: When there is not enough healthy tooth structure left for a new filling, a crown is the better long-term fix.
• After a root canal: Root canal-treated teeth become more brittle over time — a crown protects them and extends their life.
• A discoloured or misshapen tooth: Crowns can also serve a cosmetic purpose, covering teeth that cannot be fixed with bonding or veneers alone.

What to Expect

1. Tooth preparation.
   The tooth is shaped to accommodate the crown, impressions are taken, and a temporary crown is placed while your permanent one is made.
2. Lab fabrication.
   Your crown is custom-crafted to match your bite and the shade of your surrounding teeth.
3. Final fitting.
   The permanent restoration is checked for fit and bite, then cemented securely into place.