Crowns
Crowns are recommended when too much of a tooth is lost due to decay or fracture and a filling is not considered strong enough. A crown is a casing designed to restore a damaged tooth to its natural look and strength, which completely covers the tooth above the gum line. Each crown is handcrafted by a skilled dental technician to match the specific shape and colour of your natural teeth. The type of crown that is fitted is chosen by you, so you have full control over the exact appearance of your teeth.
Your dentist will start the treatment by numbing your tooth, which will be shaped and, if necessary, old fillings will be replaced or a core will be built up. An impression is then taken using a rubber-like material, which is sent to a laboratory for the crown to be made and, in the meantime, a temporary crown is placed over your tooth. You will then return one or two weeks later for the new crown to be fitted.
