What is a Dental Crown?
Crowns are teeth caps that can be made from several materials and are designed to protect damaged or weakened teeth. Types of crowns include:
- Porcelain & ceramic
- Metal-alloy
- Porcelain-metal fusion
- Resin
- BruxZir
Who is a Candidate for Crowns?
Crowns are perfect for perfecting your smile. If you have any of the following, you may be the perfect candidate for crowns:
- Cracked or chipped teeth
- Tooth discoloration
- A large gap you'd like to cover
- A dental bridge or fillings that need to be restored
If you think you may need a dental crown in Champaign, Illinois or other treatment to protect or strengthen your teeth, please call our office at (217) 398-9898 to schedule a consultation.
Crowns FAQs
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that goes on top of a tooth that is broken, weak, or decayed. It protects teeth from additional damage and decay.
The cost of dental crowns can vary depending on the material used. During your consultation, your dentist will discuss the cost of treatment with you before scheduling your appointment.
Dental crowns can last 5 to 15 years or slightly longer, depending on how well you maintain your oral hygiene.
After completing the initial preparation for the tooth receiving the crown, your dentist will check that the crown is correctly shaped and colored, then use dental cement to place and bond it to the treated tooth.
Dental crowns can be made using various materials such as porcelain, ceramic, composite resin, zirconia, and mixed metal-alloy.