DENTAL CROWNS

Restore the Shape, Strength and Function of a Tooth

Learn the basics of dental crowns & caps, what a consultation may cover and the questions worth discussing before treatment.

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DENTAL CROWNS

What Are Dental Crowns?

A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that covers a prepared tooth. Crowns may be used to restore a tooth that has been weakened, heavily restored or otherwise requires more coverage than a filling can provide.

DENTAL CROWNS

When Are Crowns Recommended?

Crowns can be considered for a range of restorative situations. The right option depends on the tooth, remaining structure, bite and the treatment plan recommended after examination.

PATIENT QUESTIONS

What to discuss during consultation

Use these points as a conversation starter, not as a diagnosis or a guarantee of treatment suitability.

01

Can restore tooth shape and coverage

Discuss suitability and expectations with a dental professional during your consultation.

02

May support a weakened tooth

Discuss suitability and expectations with a dental professional during your consultation.

03

Designed to fit the individual tooth

Discuss suitability and expectations with a dental professional during your consultation.

04

Options can be discussed according to treatment needs

Discuss suitability and expectations with a dental professional during your consultation.

TREATMENT JOURNEY

Understand the typical stages.

Actual steps, timing and sequence vary according to clinical findings and the selected treatment plan.

01

Examination

Part of the overall treatment pathway where clinically appropriate.

02

Preparation

Part of the overall treatment pathway where clinically appropriate.

03

Impression / Scan

Part of the overall treatment pathway where clinically appropriate.

04

Crown Fabrication

Part of the overall treatment pathway where clinically appropriate.

05

Placement

Part of the overall treatment pathway where clinically appropriate.

FAQ

Questions about dental crowns & caps

General educational information; your dentist can explain what applies to your individual case.

The number of visits can vary depending on the tooth, preparation, laboratory process and final fitting. Your dentist can explain the expected steps.
Crowns are intended as durable restorations, but their service life varies with oral hygiene, bite forces and other factors. Follow professional care advice for your restoration.

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