What You Need To Know

Dental crowns, often referred to as "caps," are custom-made restorations designed to cover and protect a damaged tooth. They fit snugly over the entire tooth, starting right from the gum line, to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. These caps can be made from a variety of materials, including porcelain, ceramic, metal, and zirconia, and are made to blend seamlessly with your teeth.

The Many Purposes of Dental Crowns

• Over time, teeth can weaken due to decay, fractures, or extensive fillings. Crowns can restore and reinforce compromised teeth to help them remain functional and durable for years to come.
• After a root canal, teeth can become fragile and susceptible to breakage. Dental crowns safeguard these teeth to support their integrity and prevent future complications.
• Crowns anchor dental bridges in place, restoring the functionality of your bite and creating a natural-looking smile.
• Crowns are used for the visible portion of dental implants to provide a permanent solution for missing teeth that allows our patients to smile, eat, and speak with confidence.

Find a Crown to Suit Your Needs

We offer a variety of crowns to meet our patients' unique needs and budget preferences. While each has slight differences, they are all designed to improve durability, functionality, and aesthetics.

Porcelain Crowns

The nature of porcelain offers a highly aesthetic solution for restoring damaged teeth, as it is known for its natural appearance that closely mimics the translucency and color of our natural tooth enamel.

Ceramic Crowns

Ceramic offers dual benefits for its strength and appearance, making it a popular choice for both front and back teeth. The durability makes it less prone to chipping and can be color-matched to your natural teeth.

Metal Crowns

The metal used includes gold, palladium, nickel, or chromium, making these crowns incredibly durable and resistant to wear. They are best suited for restoring molars and other teeth that endure heavy chewing forces.

Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM) Crowns

PFM combines the strength of a metal core with the aesthetic appeal of a porcelain exterior. These crowns are designed to offer the best of both worlds and are suitable for both front and back teeth.

Zirconia Crowns

Zirconia is sourced from a durable and biocompatible material called zirconium dioxide. It is known for its exceptional strength and aesthetic qualities, making it an excellent choice for both front and back teeth.

The Crown Care Guide

Once you have invested in restoring your smile, it is important to keep your crown in excellent condition. With our guidance, maintaining your crown and enjoying a healthy, beautiful smile is easy! If you have any questions or need to schedule an appointment, don't hesitate to contact us.

Maintaining Your Crown

To keep your dental crown in top shape, there are a few actions that should be incorporated into your daily routine - ones that are useful for all patients to follow for better oral health. Brushing your teeth twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste is essential to prevent plaque buildup. Additionally, flossing will help stop food particles from lodging between your teeth and around the crown. Be gentle and use a floss threader if necessary to navigate around the crown without damaging it. We also recommend rinsing with an antibacterial mouthwash to reduce the risk of infection.

Routine Check-ups

Keeping up with regular dental visits is essential to maintain the health and longevity of your crown. During your check-ups at Monroe Dental Group, our dental hygienists will perform professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup that brushing and flossing might miss. Dr. Klein will also examine the crown to ensure it remains securely in place and check for any signs of wear or damage.