Dental crown

A tooth may need to be restored with a dental crown due to wear, damage or tooth decay. A dental crown restores the original shape and function of the tooth and can also be used to protect a weakened tooth and reduce the risk of fracture.

Each dental crown is custom-made to match the shape and colour of your surrounding teeth. The treatment is carried out in stages and usually requires two visits to your dentist, as the dental crown is made in our dental laboratory, TANDZORGLAB, rather than directly in your mouth.

During the first appointment, the tooth is carefully prepared by removing a small amount of tooth structure to create sufficient space for the dental crown. Local anaesthetic can be used if required.

A technician from TANDZORGLAB will take clinical photographs to record the position and shade of the tooth. Your dentist will also take an impression of the prepared tooth using an impression tray and a soft, rubber-like material.

The impression is used to create a plaster model of your teeth. Using this model and modern dental laboratory techniques, our porcelain technician John will carefully shape and create your custom-made dental crown. The dental crown is then finished and polished to achieve a natural appearance.

As the dental crown cannot be completed on the same day, your dentist will fit a temporary crown to protect the prepared tooth and keep you comfortable while the final dental crown is being made. Avoid biting on hard or sticky foods with the temporary crown, as it is not designed to withstand heavy forces. Please contact us if the temporary crown becomes loose or breaks.

Once your dental crown is ready, your dentist will carefully check its fit, shape and appearance. The dental crown is then securely cemented onto the prepared tooth using dental cement.