Dental crowns in Camden
A custom-made cap that fits over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, strength and function.
A dental crown is often recommended when a tooth is too damaged, worn or heavily filled to be reliably restored with a regular filling — for example, after a large fracture, root canal treatment or significant wear. At Dentistree in Camden, we'll assess the tooth, discuss the most suitable materials (such as porcelain, ceramic or metal-based options) and explain what to expect at each stage of treatment.
What a crown involves
To fit a crown, the tooth usually needs to be reshaped to make room for it — this is a permanent change to the underlying tooth structure. The process typically takes two appointments: one to prepare the tooth and take impressions or a digital scan, and a second to fit the final crown. A temporary crown is usually worn in between. Crowns are durable but not indestructible — habits like grinding, clenching or biting hard objects can shorten their lifespan, and the underlying tooth still needs good oral hygiene to prevent decay around the edges.
- Detailed assessment of the tooth
- Discussion of crown materials and trade-offs
- Tooth preparation under local anaesthetic
- Impressions or digital scan
- Temporary crown between appointments
- Final fitting and bite check
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