A crown, also known as a cap, is a protective covering that envelops the entire surface of a tooth, restoring it to its original shape and size while fortifying its structure. This is especially necessary when tooth structure cannot be adequately restored with fillings or other means.

Among the various types of crowns available, porcelain crowns, resembling natural teeth in color, are the most favored. Renowned for their durability, they can endure for many years, although, like most dental restorations, they may eventually require replacement. Porcelain crowns are meticulously crafted to match the shape, size, and color of your natural teeth, ensuring a seamless, enduring, and aesthetically pleasing smile.

Common reasons for opting for crowns include:

• Addressing broken or fractured teeth

• Enhancing cosmetic appearance

• Treating decayed teeth

• Replacing fractured fillings

• Accommodating large fillings

• Following a root canal procedure.

The crown placement process typically involves two appointments. During the first visit, precise molds (or impressions) are taken to create a custom crown. Additionally, a temporary crown is fashioned and placed over the tooth to safeguard it until the permanent crown is fabricated by a dental laboratory.

While the tooth is anesthetized, the dentist prepares it by removing any decay and shaping its surface to accommodate the crown. Once prepared, the temporary crown is affixed with temporary cement, and the patient's bite is checked for proper alignment.

At the subsequent appointment, the temporary crown is removed, the tooth is cleansed, and the new crown is meticulously placed to ensure correct spacing and bite alignment.

Following crown placement, patients are provided with care instructions and encouraged to maintain regular dental visits to monitor the condition of the new crown.