Dental crowns are commonly used to repair large cavities that are too big for dental fillings. In addition to this, crowns may be used to repair and cover up a tooth after root canal therapy. Crowns are also very popular for treating teeth that have been damaged or broken due to dental trauma from an accident and are highly effective at repairing cracked and chipped teeth.

More rarely, crowns can be used for cosmetic purposes. Crowns are sometimes a superior choice compared to cosmetic dentistry treatments like veneers and dental bonding, particularly for very small or misshapen teeth, or for teeth with very severe staining

Dental crowns can last anywhere from 5 to 15 years depending on the type of material used, the location in the mouth, your oral hygiene, and how well you follow aftercare and maintenance instructions. Crowns made of more durable and strong materials like metal or zirconia will last much longer than aesthetic but fragile materials like porcelain. This is why it is recommended to place more durable crowns in the rear molars to protect teeth that have to withstand a lot more force from chewing.

Porcelain crowns are great options for the front teeth but will not last very long and are even at the risk of damage or breakage when placed toward the back of the mouth. While crowns will protect a tooth from damage, they won’t protect you from tooth decay and gum disease if you don’t practice good oral hygiene.

No, a dental crown procedure should not cause any pain. We will administer a topical numbing gel to your mouth before injecting you with a local anesthetic that will numb your entire mouth before filing down your tooth in preparation for the dental crown.
Porcelain crowns are great options for the front teeth but will not last very long and are even at the risk of damage or breakage when placed toward the back of the mouth. While crowns will protect a tooth from damage, they won’t protect you from tooth decay and gum disease if you don’t practice good oral hygiene.

This will be completely painless and although you may feel some pressure or movement, it will not cause any discomfort. Additional sedation is also available upon request if you experience dental anxiety. A dental crown will protect your tooth from painful conditions like infections or broken teeth.

While the procedure will not be painful, once the anesthetic wears off, it’s normal to experience minor tenderness around the area of a tooth as a result of the drilling. This should not be severe and should go away within just a few days.

You can take anti-inflammatory pain medication to get relief in the meantime but if pain persists or becomes intense, you should contact us right away because this is abnormal and could be a sign of an infection.