Dental crowns are custom-made caps designed to cover a damaged or weakened tooth. They restore the tooth’s shape, strength, and appearance, helping you maintain both function and confidence in your smile. Crowns are commonly used when a tooth is cracked, worn down, or has undergone a root canal, providing long-lasting protection and support
Request an AppointmentWhy You Might Need a Crown
Crowns are recommended for teeth that have:
- Large cavities that can’t be fixed with a filling
- Cracks, chips, or fractures
- Been treated with a root canal
- Cosmetic imperfections that affect appearance
Types of Dental Crowns
Dental crowns come in several materials, each offering unique benefits:
- Porcelain or Ceramic: Looks natural and blends seamlessly with your teeth.
- Metal: Extremely durable and ideal for back teeth that endure heavy chewing.
- Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal: Combines strength with a natural appearance.
- Zirconia: Strong, long-lasting, and highly aesthetic.
Crown Myths: Busted!
Truth Behind Crowns
Crowns Are Only for Old Teeth
Fact
Crowns can be used for teeth of any age. They’re mainly for protecting damaged, cracked, or weakened teeth—regardless of how old you are.
Dental crowns look unnatural.
Fact
Porcelain, ceramic, and zirconia crowns are designed to match your natural teeth in color, shape, and size.
Crowns Last Forever
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With proper care—like brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits—they can last 10–15 years or longer, but they may eventually need replacement.
Crowns are fragile and chip easily
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Modern crowns, especially zirconia and porcelain-fused-to-metal, are very strong and can handle normal chewing and biting without issues.
Crowns are only for molars.
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Crowns can be placed on any tooth, including front teeth, to improve both function and appearance.
After a crown, your tooth will always be sensitive
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Some temporary sensitivity is normal after placement, but it usually subsides within a few days or weeks.