Crowns
When a tooth is damaged or discoloured, it can affect more than just your oral health. Dental crowns provide a restorative and cosmetic solution by covering the affected tooth, restoring its shape, strength and appearance. NG Dental offers same-day crown placements for convenient, reliable restorations that will last — and boost your smile.
What are dental crowns, and who needs them?
Dental crowns are custom-fitted coverings that restore a tooth’s shape, size, strength and aesthetic appeal. They’re ideal for patients with teeth that have suffered significant decay, are cracked, weakened or discoloured.
Crowns also complete other procedures, such as root canal therapy, providing a functional and polished finish.
What material is used for dental crowns?
Dental crowns are made from various materials, but at our practice, we work with ceramic. This durable, tooth-coloured material will match seamlessly with your smile and last for years.
What is the procedure for getting a dental crown?
We first determine whether a crown is the best solution for your dental needs. This involves X-rays and a thorough examination of your tooth and surrounding bone. Next, we prepare the tooth by removing decay and reshaping it under local anaesthesia.
Once the tooth is prepared, we take impressions to create your dental crown. With our renowned CEREC technology, we can craft crowns on the same day as your initial appointment, removing the need for multiple visits.
We fit the crown and make necessary adjustments before cementing it.
How long do dental crowns last?
Dental crowns can last between 7 and 15 years with proper care, sometimes even longer. This is influenced by good oral hygiene practices and avoiding habits that could damage the crown, such as teeth grinding, nail-biting, or using your teeth to open packaging.