What are dental crowns?
Dental crowns are caps that appear and function like teeth. They cover the exposed portion of a tooth and are recommended when a tooth is weak or damaged. For example, severe tooth decay could result in a root canal procedure which requires a crown. In addition, some cosmetic dental cases benefit from a dental crown such as severe tooth discoloration. Dental crowns are also used along with dental implants and bridges to replace missing teeth. Overall, crowns offer a variety of dental health benefits. Dental crowns are custom-made to assure the most natural-looking results. In fact, dental crowns are offered in a variety of materials such as metals, porcelain-fused-to-metal, resin, and porcelain. Many patients prefer the porcelain due to its translucency which offers the most natural results. Of course, each patient has different needs. An exam and consultation will offer better insight to your dental crown procedure and which material is best.