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A crowns is a rigid cap which restores a tooth to it's ideal anatomic contours and function, whilst at the same time, protecting the underlying tooth.
Indications
Cosmetic dentistry where veneers are not possible or contra-indicated
Functionally compromised teeth due to,
Tooth fracture
A large restoration
Previous root canal therapy
Extensive damage by decay
Key Benefits
- Natural, or improved, appearance
- Support and protection to compromised teeth
- Restoration of normal, or improved, function
>> Click on the pictures to view before & after photos with the associated cost of treatment
Treatment Procedure
A crowning procedure requires two appointments. At the first appointment the tooth is prepared by circumferential reduction to make room for the crown. An impression (or, mould) is then taken of the prepared tooth for fabrication at a laboratory, and a plastic temporary crown fitted for the interim period. Laboratory fabrication takes 3 weeks for 'Procera' crowns, and 2 weeks for all other crown types. At the subsequent visit, the temporary crown is removed and the final crown is permanently cemented into place.
>> View types of Crowns
Types of Crowns & Bridges
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Aesthetics |
Amount of tooth reduction |
Strength |
Function |
Gingival Healing |
Cost |
| Full gold crowns/bridges |
Poor |
Minimal |
Excel |
Excellent |
Excellent |
$ |
| Porcelain fused to metal (PFM) |
Good |
Moderate |
Excel |
Excellent |
Fair |
$$ |
| Bonded porcelain shell crown / veneer - cosmetic |
Excel |
Minimal |
Very Good |
Excellent |
Excellent |
$$$ |
| All Ceramic (Procera) |
Excel |
Moderate |
Excel |
Excellent |
Excellent |
$$$$ |
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