Crowns offer a neat, natural-coloured way to cover up unsightly teeth, protect them from further damage, and enhance strength and durability. They fit completely over a whole tooth, concealing defects caused by chips, decay, discolouration, or large fillings.
Crowns strengthen and protect the remaining tooth structure and can greatly improve the appearance of your smile.
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We first ensure that the internal structure of the tooth is intact and that there are no signs of infection present. To allow a new crown to fit comfortably, we remove a layer of the underlying tooth, making sure we leave a strong core.
We take impressions of your teeth and record their colour so your crown can be made to fit perfectly. Between appointments, we protect the prepared tooth with a temporary crown.
When your crown is ready, the temporary crown is removed and the new permanent one is fixed in place with a strong dental cement.
Book appointmentWe offer crowns on the NHS, which are made from a variety of materials including alloys, porcelain, and gold. Our private crowns can be all-porcelain or ceramic for a more natural look.
Take care of your crown with daily brushing and flossing, and make sure you attend your routine check-ups. Although a crown protects a tooth from decay, problems can still occur where the crown meets the gum, and it will not protect you from developing gum disease, so keep your crown-topped tooth extra clean.
Contact usThe best way to care for your crown is to stay on top of your oral hygiene – this means keeping your teeth and gums healthy by brushing with a fluoride toothpaste twice a day and flossing between your teeth. You also need to see your dentist regularly for check-ups so they can keep an eye on your crown and the tooth underneath.
You are able to choose the colour of your crown, based on your personal preferences. We may advise you of the shade which would best match your natural tooth colour, but it is ultimately up to you. If you are considering having whitening treatment, you may prefer to have this treatment first, as whitening is not effective on crowns and your crown can then be made to match your new shade.
Tooth crowns are not permanent, and will need replacing or repairing at some point. The treatment process is irreversible as some of your natural dental enamel is removed to accommodate the crown on top, so you will always need a crown on your tooth.
We use local anaesthetic to numb the affected area before preparing your tooth for a crown, and fitting the crown itself to make sure you won’t feel any pain. We take the time to ensure you feel relaxed and comfortable before beginning any treatment. Many patients find that having a crown is no more uncomfortable than a filling.
Crowns are commonly used to repair damage that has affected the structure and functionality of a tooth. For teeth that have had multiple fillings, extensive decay, and general damage, a crown is the way forward. In some cases, we may use a crown to restore a tooth following a root canal treatment for an aesthetic and reliable finish. They can also be used to support a dental bridge or fixed to a dental implant for a highly aesthetic finish.
There are many different types of dental crowns, suitable for single or multiple teeth. They come in a variety of different shapes, sizes and colours and are custom-made for each patient in order to create a beautiful and natural smile.
Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, porcelain, resin and ceramic. We can discuss which would be most suitable for you at your appointment.
