A dental crown is one way of restoring a badly damaged tooth by protecting the entire structure of the tooth.
Our dental crowns are custom-made and designed to look and feel like natural teeth. They are durable and strong and will last you for many years.
Why would I need a dental crown?
Sometimes a tooth can be damaged to the extent that its strength is compromised, such as when there is a large filling in the tooth. This can cause deflection and stresses on the remaining tooth structure as the filling expands and contracts due to biting forces.
If you have had a root canal treatment, this may lead to drying of the tooth because the nerve is removed. This causes the tooth to lose strength and become more brittle.
Another reason that your dentist may recommend a crown is when a tooth is fractured or cracked and you need a crown to hold it together and prevent further tooth loss.
A dental crown may also be your best option if you are unable to achieve the look you desire with other methods.
Types of dental crowns
Dental crowns can be made of ceramic/porcelain, resin, gold, base metal alloys, and other materials. Our crowns are custom-made for every patient using a local laboratory in Melbourne – who we have worked alongside for 20 years – using the latest techniques, ensuring maximum quality and durability.
Interested in learning more?
If you have a damaged tooth and are considering a dental crown or want to explore your options, our experienced dentists can help. Call our Hampton dental clinic on 03 9598 5666.