Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are used to cover larger areas affected by tooth decay. A dentist will file an affected tooth down, or build it up with fillings before a crown is carefully fitted over the cavity.

A crown is a cover or “cap” put over your tooth. The crown restores the tooth to its normal shape, size, and function. A crown can make the tooth stronger or improve the way it looks. Crowns are made from several types of materials. Metal alloys, ceramics, porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, or composite resin may be used. When a crown is made, the material often is colored to blend in with your natural teeth. Your crown to look natural and fit comfortably in your mouth .