A dental crown is an artificial tooth used over top of a tooth which is damaged or decayed, but has undergone the necessary repairs. A crown is a hollow cap that is used to protect the tooth from further damage and gives the appearance and function of a real tooth.
Some situations that can be rectified with a crown are:
There are different kinds of crowns that may be suited to your situation:
Your dentist may need to fit you with a temporary crown until a permanent crown can be made.
Call Glenashton Dental Centre @ (905)842-5500 –servicing residents in Oakville , Burlington, Milton , Mississauga and surrounding GTA today for an appointment so we can assess your oral health and determine the best course of treatment for your damaged tooth so that we can save it for years to come.
