A dental crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth -- to cover the tooth to restore its shape and size, strength, and improve its appearance.

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The crowns, when cemented into place, fully encase the entire visible portion of a tooth that lies at and above the gum line.

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Why Is a Dental Crown Needed?

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A dental crown may be needed in the following situations:

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1. To protect a weak tooth (for instance, from decay) from breaking or to hold together parts of a cracked tooth

2. To restore an already broken tooth or a tooth that has been severely worn down

3. To cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn't a lot of tooth left

4. To hold a dental bridge in place

5. To cover misshapened or severely discolored teeth

6. To cover a dental implant

7. To make a cosmetic modification

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What Types of Crowns Are Available?

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Permanent crowns can be made from stainless steel, all metal (such as gold or another alloy), porcelain-fused-to-metal, all resin, or all ceramic.

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