Crowns

Crowns have traditionally often been made of a precious metal such as gold, although now we’re able to make them with materials that fit in much more naturally with the rest of the mouth. Modern crowns are often therefore made of porcelain or Zirconia, both of which can excellently mimic the shade, shape, and surface texture of a natural tooth as well as being highly durable.

Receiving a crown usually happens over two appointments. At the first appointment, we will prepare the tooth being treated after first removing any of the decayed or weakened parts of the tooth. Once this has been done, we’ll take a digital scan or impression which will be used to make your personal crown.

At this point, we’ll be able to provide you with a temporary crown which you’ll wear for two weeks or so while your crown is being made. Once made, we’ll place the crown for you here shaping and cementing it into place. In some cases, we may be able to use our in-house Cerec machine to bespoke-make your crown for you right here. This means we’ll be able to apply your crown in just one appointment, and you’ll be able to leave the practice with your tooth fully restored.

Depending on the extent of the damage present, we may be able to place an onlay instead of a crown. Onlays require less of the natural tooth to be removed during application and therefore can offer a more minimally-invasive alternative. We’ll be able to provide you with all your options and ascertain your suitability for each treatment during a consultation.