A crown sometimes referred to as cap are a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. Crowns act as as a band around the tooth, reducing the effects of occlusal (biting) force, keeping the integrity of the tooth. Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth coloured crown) are the most popular, because they resemble your natural teeth. Porcelain crowns are made to match the shape, size, and colour or your teeth giving you a natural, long-lasting beautiful smile.They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced.
A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.
A crown procedure usually requires two appointments.
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1: Before the procedure
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2: Tooth preparation
Whilst your tooth is numb, the natural tooth is prepared, approximately 1mm is removed from the tooth structure. For a bridge, the teeth adjacent to the gap will be prepared. An impression/ mould is taken and will be sent to a dental laboratory. |
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3: Attaching The new Crown
After approximately 2 weeks, after the crown/ bridge is returned after fabrication by dental laboratory, you will receive your new crown. |
4: End result
An aesthetically pleasing and functional restored tooth or gap replacement. |
A temporary crown which will stay on your tooth for approximately two weeks until your new crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory.
You will be given care instructions and encouraged to have regular dental visits to check your new crown.
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