Crowns cover weak, damaged, or compromised teeth to prevent additional breakage or fracturing. They’re typically recommended in situations like replacing a large amalgam filling, older dental work, or following a root canal (when teeth are at a high risk of chipping).

The full coverage of a crown provides additional reinforcement for biting and chewing. We also place crowns on top of dental implants, particularly when we replace individual teeth throughout the mouth. Dental crowns are a good long-term choice because they are stable and usually last for at least 5-15 years, which improves patient satisfaction with the treatment.

If you think you need a crown, our team will need to take a small tooth X-ray to evaluate the internal structure.