What Is a Dental Crown?

Dental crowns (dental cap) enhance the strength and durability of your teeth with positioned prosthetics.

Crowns give teeth a smoother look. They are used for a number of different cases. You can place them over a cracked tooth. If you have an old filling that needs replacing, a crown can help. If you have severe tooth decay, you can fix it with a crown. We custom-make all crowns. They come in a multitude of different materials. The materials used depend on your specific case. Your new teeth are matched to the color of your own teeth. This way, you create a uniform appearance.

A dental examination can help us to determine if you need a crown. We examine your teeth and gums in our dental office. This helps us determine if you’re a viable candidate for this procedure.

When Would I Need a Dental Crown?
Dr. Umanoff and our team of dentists at the LuxDen Dental Center help you decide when you need a crown. This option may be recommended if you have a tooth that has a large filling. If your tooth has significant tooth decay, you may benefit from a crown. It can help if your tooth has become weakened due to a loss of structure. If you left a decaying tooth with just a filling, there is a real risk that the tooth could crack or fracture when you bite or chew food. We may suggest a crown if you have a tooth that has become broken or fractured. Crowns treatment will assist in protecting teeth if you received a root canal.

Dental tooth crowns are used to restore worn-down teeth. A crown can cover a tooth that is misshapen or small and it can correct a discolored tooth. This option is also used to hold dental bridges in place and can cover up dental implants.