Crown

What is a Crown?

A crown is a dental restoration method used to restore the aesthetic and functional appearance of damaged, decayed, or broken teeth. It is generally applied to teeth that are too damaged to be repaired with a filling and fully covers and protects the tooth. Crown treatment increases the durability of the tooth, restores chewing functions, and provides a natural-looking aesthetic result.

When is Crown Treatment Applied?

• Teeth with significant loss of structure due to decay or fracture,
• To protect weakened teeth after root canal treatment,
• When the tooth structure needs aesthetic correction,
• To support a dental bridge in cases of missing teeth,
• When the tooth enamel is excessively worn or weakened.

Types of Crowns

• Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crown: Has a metal core for strength and a porcelain exterior for a natural appearance.
  
• All-Ceramic (E-Max) Crown: Completely metal-free, made entirely of ceramic, providing the closest natural tooth aesthetics.
  
• Zirconia Crown: Offers both aesthetic and durability, biocompatible, and closely mimics natural teeth.

Crown Treatment Process

• Examination and Planning: The dentist evaluates the tooth and decides the most suitable type of crown.
  
• Tooth Preparation: The tooth is minimally shaped to accommodate the crown.
  
• Impression Taking: Digital or traditional impressions are taken to produce a custom crown that fits your mouth.
  
• Temporary Crown Placement: A temporary crown is placed to protect the tooth until the permanent crown is ready.
  
• Permanently Placing the Crown: The custom-made crown is placed and fixed on the tooth to complete the treatment.

Advantages of Crown Treatment

✅ Durable and Long-Lasting: Can be used for many years with proper care.
✅ Provides Aesthetic Appearance: Designed in harmony with the natural color and shape of teeth.
✅ Protects and Strengthens the Tooth: Supports the structure of damaged teeth and protects against fractures.
✅ Comfortable and Safe: Biocompatible materials ensure no discomfort in the mouth.

Post-Treatment Care for Crowns

• Brush and floss your teeth daily.
• Avoid very hard foods, and consult your dentist if you have a habit of teeth grinding or clenching.
• Do not neglect regular dental check-ups.

Strong and Aesthetic Crowns with Etemoğlu Dental Clinic

At Etemoğlu Dental Clinic, we provide the most aesthetic and functional crown solutions using state-of-the-art equipment and expert dentists. Contact us for healthy and strong teeth!