Dental Crowns

Dental Crowns in Orpington

Protect and Restore a Damaged Tooth

A damaged or weakened tooth doesn’t always need to be removed. A dental crown is designed to strengthen and protect a tooth while restoring its shape, function and natural appearance. Custom-made to fit over the existing tooth, a crown provides added support while helping you bite and chew comfortably. It can also improve the appearance of teeth that have been heavily restored, worn or fractured. Every crown is individually crafted to fit comfortably, blend naturally with your surrounding teeth and provide a durable restoration tailored to your smile.

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What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that fits over a damaged or weakened tooth. It is designed to restore the tooth’s strength while improving its appearance and helping it function comfortably when you bite and chew.

Crowns are commonly recommended when a tooth has lost a significant amount of its natural structure and a filling alone may not provide enough support.

Each crown is individually designed to complement your surrounding teeth and provide a comfortable fit.

When Might a Dental Crown Be Recommended?

A dental crown may be suitable in a number of situations, including:

  • A tooth weakened by a large filling.
  • A cracked or fractured tooth.
  • A worn tooth that requires additional protection.
  • Following root canal treatment.
  • To restore a dental implant.
  • To improve the appearance of a misshapen or heavily restored tooth.

During your examination, we’ll explain whether a crown is the most appropriate treatment for your individual needs.

Steps

The Dental Crown Process

1
Consultation and Assessment

We’ll examine the affected tooth, assess its condition and determine whether a dental crown is the most appropriate treatment. If a crown is recommended, we’ll explain the procedure and your available options.

2
Preparing the Tooth

The tooth is carefully prepared by removing a small amount of the outer surface to create space for the crown. Impressions or digital scans are then taken to ensure a precise fit for your custom restoration.

3
Creating Your Custom Crown

Your dental crown is custom-made to match the shape, size and colour of your natural teeth, helping it blend seamlessly with your smile while restoring strength and function.

4
Fitting Your Crown

Once your crown is ready, it is carefully fitted, adjusted and securely bonded into place. We’ll check your bite, ensure the crown feels comfortable and provide advice on caring for your new restoration.

Benefits

Benefits of Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are designed to restore both the function and appearance of a tooth.

Potential benefits include:

  • Protecting weakened teeth from further damage.
  • Restoring the natural shape of a tooth.
  • Improving comfort when biting and chewing.
  • Supporting long-term function.
  • Providing a natural-looking restoration.
  • Custom-made to fit your individual smile.

The expected outcome depends on the condition of the tooth and your overall oral health.

During Treatment

What Happens During Treatment?

Although every case is different, treatment generally involves:

  1. Preparing the tooth for the crown.
  2. Taking impressions or digital scans.
  3. Selecting the most appropriate shade for your restoration.
  4. Having your custom crown made.
  5. Fitting and checking the final crown to ensure it feels comfortable and functions correctly.

We’ll explain each stage of your treatment and answer any questions you may have along the way.

Why

Ardent Orpington?

Experienced Team

Our highly trained dental professionals are passionate about delivering top-notch care tailored to your unique needs.

Comprehensive Services

From general dentistry to cosmetic dentistry, we offer a wide range of treatments to suit all your dental requirements.

Patient-Focused Approach

We prioritize your comfort and satisfaction, ensuring that every visit is a stress-free experience.

Modern Technology

Our clinic is equipped with advanced dental technology to provide precise diagnoses and effective treatments.

FAQ

Frequently Ask Questions

How is a dental crown different from a filling?

A filling repairs a smaller area of a tooth, while a crown covers the entire visible part of the tooth above the gum line to provide additional strength and protection when more extensive restoration is required.

Yes. In many cases, a crown is recommended following root canal treatment to help protect the tooth and restore its function. Your dentist will advise whether this is appropriate for your tooth.

Dental crowns are custom-made to complement the colour, shape and size of your surrounding teeth, helping them blend naturally with your smile.

The lifespan of a dental crown depends on factors such as oral hygiene, biting habits, regular dental care and the condition of the supporting tooth. Routine examinations help us monitor your restoration over time.