Dental crowns can be made of resin, metal, or porcelain. Find a dental crown specialist near you.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap used by dentists for restorative purposes. The crown covers your entire tooth and hides cracks and breakages.
Crowns are used for different restorative purposes. You may need a dental crown to:
The type of crown you get depends on your preferences and advice from your dentist. Here are the popular types.
These are generally less expensive but not as durable as other types. They are fragile and require gentle care. Their average lifespan is 3 to 5 years.
These look more like natural teeth than any other type. They resemble the appearance of tooth enamel.
As the name suggests, these combine the durability of metal and the natural look of porcelain to give you durable crowns that look more like natural teeth.
These are similar to porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns but instead of metal, they use ceramic. Dentists use pressed ceramic crowns on the front and back teeth.
These are crowns made of gold, palladium, nickel, or chromium. They are long-lasting and strong enough to sustain hard biting and chewing.
Ready for a dental crown? If you suspect you are a candidate for dental crowns, talk to us today to schedule an appointment with a dental crown specialist.
