What is a crown?
A crown (also known as a cap) is an artificial cover which fits over a specially prepared natural tooth in order to restore it to normal appearance and function.

Why is a crown needed?
There are a number of reasons why a crown might be recommended by your dentist. These might include:

Decay/ A tooth may be so badly damaged by decay that it becomes impossible to restore it with ordinary filling materials. Cosmetic/ Large fillings - especially old ones- may discolour and become unsightly. Crowns also provide a way of improving the appearance of crooked or misshapen teeth. Accidents/ Teeth can be damaged in accidents and crowns provide a way of rebuilding the tooth after such an incident.

Some crowns are made ‘in house’ on our revolutionary Cerec machine. This technique eliminates the need for temporary restorations and enables us to create superb cosmetic results in one visit.

What is a post crown?
If a tooth is very badly damaged, it may be that the only way to achieve secure anchorage is to fit a metal post into the root canal of the tooth. This provides extra support and in many cases is the only way to repair a badly broken tooth.