Conditions Treated with Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are recommended for a variety of indications, including:
- Fractured teeth
- Large dental fillings
- Root canal therapy
- Extensive tooth decay
- Deep stains
Dental crowns can be used to correct deficiencies in function and appearance, making them suitable for both cosmetic and restorative procedures.
What is a Crown?
Crowns are the top, hard, outer shell of a tooth that covers, protects, seals and strengthens the tooth. Because it’s the only part of the tooth that cannot repair itself, when damaged from decay or injury, a new crown may have to be created. The new crown fits over the entire top of the tooth just like your original crown.
Not sure which one you need? Read our guide on how to tell if you need a filling or a root canal.
A Camera Instead of Messy Impressions
After we prepare your tooth, we use this ultra precise camera that takes a digital image of your tooth. This eliminates the need for messy putty and impression materials that most patients hate – including the gag-inducing feeling of a tray in your mouth.
This image takes into account exactly how your tooth should look and how your bite should feel. The image is then uploaded to a computer that designs the porcelain crown for your tooth.