Crown (Tooth)

A tooth crown, commonly referred to as a Crown (Tooth), is a custom-made cap that encases a damaged, decayed or misshapen tooth to restore its shape, strength and appearance. Crowns can be crafted from porcelain, ceramic, metal alloys or hybrid materials and are selected based on the tooth’s location, aesthetic needs and functional demands.

Fitting a crown generally involves reshaping the tooth to create room, taking an impression or digital scan, placing a temporary crown while the permanent one is made, and then cementing the final restoration in place. Crowns are used after large restorations, following root canal therapy, to anchor bridges or to cover implants, and with proper oral hygiene they can last many years.