Dental Crowns
Concourse Dental Group provides custom-made dental crowns made of high-quality, durable materials. Your crown will be the same colour as your other teeth, blending seamlessly with your smile.
What is a crown?
A crown is a porcelain or gold covering placed over a carefully prepared existing tooth. A crown strengthens, restores, and improves the appearance and function of your natural tooth.
When might crowns be necessary?
How is a crown prepared?
Before any treatment the dentist will examine the tooth and review its x-rays to determine if there is a cavity or if the tooth needs a root canal procedure. Repairs of fillings and root canal procedures are done before the crown is prepared.
The crown is prepared in two steps:
At the first appointment the dentist will reshape the entire tooth to create space for the crown. An impression of the tooth is taken and sent to the dental laboratory where the crown is made. A temporary (or provisional) crown is placed on the tooth until the second appointment.
The second appointment takes place one to two weeks after the first. The dentist will remove the temporary crown and confirm the fit and colour of the permanent crown. The crown is then fixed to the existing tooth with dental cement.
How do I take care of a temporary crown?
A temporary crown is used for only a few weeks while the laboratory makes the permanent crown. Temporary crowns require special care:
How long will a crown last?
The lifespan of a crown depends on oral hygiene, oral care, oral habits, and the material used for the crown. Tooth grinding or chewing on ice can break or loosen a crown. Loose crowns can be cemented again providing the tooth does not have a cavity. A minor fracture can sometimes be repaired but a crown should be replaced if it has a large fracture.
How do I maintain a crown?
A crown cannot decay but the tooth underneath might develop a cavity or gum disease. Good oral hygiene including brushing and flossing is essential. Have regular dental checkups every three to six months to evaluate the health of your teeth and mouth. At each appointment your dentist will assess your teeth, your gums, and the crown.
What is a crown?
A crown is a porcelain or gold covering placed over a carefully prepared existing tooth. A crown strengthens, restores, and improves the appearance and function of your natural tooth.
When might crowns be necessary?
- to prevent a decayed tooth from fracturing.
- to stabilise and restore a fractured or severely damaged tooth.
- to restore a tooth after a root canal procedure.
- to support a tooth with a very large filling.
- to improve the appearance of malformed or severely discoloured teeth.
- to cover a dental implant.
How is a crown prepared?
Before any treatment the dentist will examine the tooth and review its x-rays to determine if there is a cavity or if the tooth needs a root canal procedure. Repairs of fillings and root canal procedures are done before the crown is prepared.
The crown is prepared in two steps:
At the first appointment the dentist will reshape the entire tooth to create space for the crown. An impression of the tooth is taken and sent to the dental laboratory where the crown is made. A temporary (or provisional) crown is placed on the tooth until the second appointment.
The second appointment takes place one to two weeks after the first. The dentist will remove the temporary crown and confirm the fit and colour of the permanent crown. The crown is then fixed to the existing tooth with dental cement.
How do I take care of a temporary crown?
A temporary crown is used for only a few weeks while the laboratory makes the permanent crown. Temporary crowns require special care:
- avoid sticky foods like caramel or chewing gum.
- avoid hard foods that could fracture the temporary crown.
- try not to chew on the side of the mouth with the temporary crown.
- call your dentist for advice if the temporary crown breaks.
How long will a crown last?
The lifespan of a crown depends on oral hygiene, oral care, oral habits, and the material used for the crown. Tooth grinding or chewing on ice can break or loosen a crown. Loose crowns can be cemented again providing the tooth does not have a cavity. A minor fracture can sometimes be repaired but a crown should be replaced if it has a large fracture.
How do I maintain a crown?
A crown cannot decay but the tooth underneath might develop a cavity or gum disease. Good oral hygiene including brushing and flossing is essential. Have regular dental checkups every three to six months to evaluate the health of your teeth and mouth. At each appointment your dentist will assess your teeth, your gums, and the crown.
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