Treatment Information
Crowns (Caps)
- The purpose of a crown is to protect and strengthen a brittle, weakened, or badly broken tooth; i.e. a root canal tooth or a tooth with a very large filling.
- A crown may be made out of gold, a silver colored metal or white porcelain.
- A crown is similar to a thimble fitting over a finger and fits the tooth precisely.
- A crown is cemented to the prepared tooth.
- Porcelain crowns are often used for cosmetic reasons. If you feel you have a need, consult Dr. Frost.
