Custom Dental Crowns in Raleigh, NC - Six Forks

A dental crown is a tooth-like cap placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to protect it from getting infected. It also restores the tooth’s function, strength, and appearance so you can smile again confidently.

There are several types of dental crowns, and the best choice depends on the location of the tooth and what it needs.

• Porcelain or all-ceramic crowns are ideal for front teeth because they look most like the natural color and translucency of enamel. 
• Zirconia crowns are extremely strong and work well for both front and back teeth, especially in areas that handle heavy chewing.
• Porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns offer a balance of durability and aesthetics, combining a metal base with a tooth-colored outer layer. 
• Full metal crowns are the most durable and are typically used for back molars, where strength matters more than appearance. ‍
• CEREC same-day crowns can be made from ceramic right in the office, allowing for a custom, natural-looking restoration in just one visit. Your dentist will recommend the best option based on your bite, tooth location, and cosmetic goals.

• Consultation: Your dentist examines the tooth and discusses treatment options.
• Tooth Preparation: The tooth is conservatively prepared so a crown can fit snugly over top of it.
• Impressions and scans are taken to create a custom crown.
• A temporary crown is placed to protect your tooth while the custom crown is designed.
• Finally, the permanent crown is placed.

Many teeth benefit from a dental crown if they are:

• Cracked or broken
• Supported by a large filling that is no longer serving you
• Treated with root canal therapy
• In need of a cosmetic lift

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Dental crowns typically last 5–15 years, but with proper care, you can extend them to 20+ years. Longevity depends on oral hygiene and habits like grinding teeth.