Overview
A restorative crown is a custom-made cap placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its strength, shape, and function. Crowns are commonly recommended after large fillings or root canal treatment, and can often last 10–15 years or more with proper care.
This is one of the most common next steps after Root Canal Treatment — a treated tooth is structurally weaker and typically needs a crown for long-term protection.
A crown is a custom-made cap placed over a tooth to restore its strength, shape, and function when there's too much damage for a filling to address — it fully covers the visible portion of the tooth, unlike a filling, which only replaces the damaged part.
With proper care, 10–15 years or longer, depending on the material and how well it's maintained.
In some cases, yes — our CAD/CAM technology allows same-visit crown fabrication for certain cases, avoiding the temporary-crown step and a second appointment. Ask at your consultation whether your case qualifies.
In most cases, yes — the tooth is structurally weaker after treatment and a crown protects it from cracking under normal biting pressure.
No — the tooth is numbed before any preparation begins, so the procedure itself isn't painful. Mild sensitivity for a few days afterward is normal, similar to a filling.
Typically 30–60 minutes per appointment. If same-day CAD/CAM fabrication is used, expect 1.5–2.5 hours total in one visit; a lab-made crown instead needs a shorter appointment plus a temporary in the meantime.
It's uncommon with proper placement, but a crown can loosen over time, especially under heavy bite force. If it does, contact the clinic rather than trying to re-cement it yourself.
Yes — the crown itself can’t decay, but the natural tooth underneath it can, particularly at the margin where the crown meets the gum. Regular checkups and good hygiene are what actually protect the tooth long-term.
The same as your natural teeth — regular brushing and flossing, with extra attention to the margin where the crown meets the tooth, plus routine checkups to catch any wear or decay early.
Yes, once any numbness wears off. With a temporary crown in place, it's worth avoiding very sticky or hard foods on that side until the permanent crown is fitted.
A filling replaces just the damaged part of a tooth; a crown covers the entire visible portion. Fillings suit smaller repairs, while crowns are for teeth with too little healthy structure left for a filling to reliably hold.
