What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown is a cap that covers your tooth. A crown completely encloses the visible part of your tooth above the gum line and allows you to keep a badly damaged or unsightly tooth rather than having it extracted. Aria Dental provides three types of dental crowns: all-ceramic for highly visible front teeth, porcelain bonded to metal for durable back teeth, and strong gold crowns, which require minimal tooth preparation.
Do I Need Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns serve various purposes, making them a versatile and indispensable tool in restorative dentistry. Some of the common reasons you may require dental crowns include:
- Tooth Decay – When a tooth is severely decayed, and a dental filling is insufficient to repair it, a dental crown is used to cover and protect the damaged natural tooth.
- Cracks and Fractures – Teeth with significant cracks or fractures can be reinforced and protected with a dental crown, preventing further damage and preserving its functionality.
- Large Fillings – Teeth with extensive fillings that compromise their structural integrity may benefit from a dental crown, which helps to hold the natural tooth together.
- Root Canal Treatment – After a root canal procedure, a crown is often placed on top of the treated tooth to seal it and restore its strength.
Cosmetic Reasons – A Dental crown can improve the appearance of misshapen, discoloured, or poorly sized teeth, enhancing the overall aesthetics of a smile
Our Process
1Examination And Preparation
Your Aria dentist will assess the damaged tooth’s condition through a thorough examination, which will include X-rays. If a crown is deemed as the right option, the tooth is prepared by removing any decay and shaping it to accommodate the dental crown.
2Impressions
An impression of the now-prepared tooth and the surrounding teeth is taken. This digital scan (or mould) will be used to create your custom-fit dental crown.
3Temporary Crown
While your dental crown is crafted in Aria’s in-house dental laboratory, a temporary crown is placed to protect the weak tooth. This temporary crown is usually made from resin or acrylic and is less durable than the final porcelain crown.
4Crown Fabrication
Our skilled Q-lab technicians in our dental laboratory meticulously craft the dental crown according to the impressions. The choice of materials, such as porcelain, metal, or a combination of both, depends on the tooth’s location and the patient’s preferences. For special cases, same-day crowns can be arranged.
5Crown Placement
Once the dental crown is ready, the temporary crown is removed, and the new crown is cemented into place. The fit and bite are carefully adjusted to ensure comfort and functionality.
