When a crown is the right answer
- After a root canal, particularly on molars that take heavy chewing load
- A tooth with a large old filling and little sound structure left
- A cracked or fractured tooth that needs holding together
- A badly worn or discoloured tooth that whitening will not correct
Choosing a material
- Zirconia: Extremely strong and completely metal-free. Our usual recommendation for back teeth.
- E-max (lithium disilicate): The most lifelike translucency, ideal for front teeth where appearance matters most.
- Metal-ceramic: The long-established, economical option. Durable, though it can show a fine dark line at the gum over many years.
What to expect across two visits
At the first visit we shape the tooth, record a digital scan or impression, agree the shade with you, and fit a temporary crown so you leave with a normal-looking tooth.
The permanent crown is fitted about a week later. We check the bite carefully — a crown sitting even fractionally high causes soreness — and cement it once you are happy with how it looks.
