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The facts about Dental Crown

A dental crown, also known as a “cap,” is a custom-made restoration placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to protect it and restore its natural appearance. At Zental, we combine advanced technology with expert craftsmanship to deliver crowns that are strong, comfortable, and indistinguishable from your natural teeth.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown, also known as a dental cap or tooth crown is a protective cover that encases the entire visible portion of a tooth.

A dental crown is typically recommended when a tooth is:

Severely decayed or fractured, such as a damaged, weakened or broken teeth
Damaged or missing tooth that need restoration due to injury, decay, or after a worn down tooth has lost structure
A weak tooth that requires reinforcement to prevent further issues
Worn down or misshapen, or when a tooth is discoloured and resistant to whitening
Supporting a dental bridge or covering an implant
To protect teeth from further damage

Dental Crown Benefits

Dental crowns offer a wide range of benefits:

Restores Functionality: Enables normal chewing and speaking by reinforcing weakened teeth and helping to restore damaged teeth.

Improves Aesthetics: Matches the colour and shape of your natural teeth for a seamless smile.

Protects Against Further Damage: Shields vulnerable teeth from fractures and decay, helping to protect teeth from additional harm.

Long-Lasting Solution: With proper care, a dental crown can last upto 30 years or more.

Boosts Confidence: A healthy, attractive smile can enhance self-esteem and social comfort.

Supports Other Treatments: A dental crown is essential for dental implants, bridges, and post-root canal treatment.

Types of Dental Crowns

Dental crowns come in a variety of types, each designed to address specific dental needs and preferences. Choosing the right crown is an important part of your dental restoration journey, as it ensures the best fit, function, and appearance for your smile. Here is a closer look at the most common types of dental crowns available:

Temporary Crowns

During the dental crown procedure, temporary crowns play a crucial role in protecting the prepared tooth while your permanent crown is being custom-made. These temporary crowns are typically made from acrylic or stainless steel and are designed to maintain function and comfort until your new crown is ready. Temporary crowns ensure that your tooth remains covered and safe throughout the treatment process until your permanent dental crown procedure.

Metal Crowns

Metal crowns, including stainless steel crowns and gold crowns, are renowned for their exceptional durability. Crafted from strong metal alloys, these crowns are highly resistant to wear and can withstand the powerful chewing forces found in the back teeth. While their metallic color makes them less popular for front teeth, metal crowns are an excellent choice for restoring damaged or weakened teeth in areas where strength is the top priority. Gold crowns, in particular, are valued for their longevity and gentle interaction with opposing teeth.

Porcelain Crowns

Porcelain crowns, are favored for their ability to closely mimic natural teeth. These crowns are often chosen for front teeth, where aesthetics are especially important. Porcelain crowns are biocompatible, making them a comfortable option for most patients, and they provide a seamless blend with your natural tooth color and shape. If you’re looking to restore a chipped tooth or improve the look of a discolored tooth, porcelain crowns offer a beautiful, lifelike solution.

Ceramic Crowns

Ceramic crowns, such as zirconia crowns, combine strength with a natural look. Zirconia crowns are extremely durable and can be used for both front and back teeth, offering a balance between resilience and aesthetics. Their opacity makes them particularly effective for covering teeth with dark discoloration or for patients who want a metal-free option. Ceramic crowns are crafted to match your natural tooth structure, ensuring a comfortable and attractive result.

Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns

Porcelain fused to metal crowns (PFM) offer the best of both worlds: the strength of a metal base with the natural appearance of a porcelain exterior. This type of crown is a popular choice for patients who need a durable restoration that also looks like a natural tooth. PFM crowns are suitable for both front and back teeth, providing reliable protection for weakened teeth while maintaining a pleasing appearance.

Selecting the right type of crown involves careful consideration of your dental health, the location of the tooth, and your personal preferences. Dentists and dental technicians work closely together to develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs, ensuring that your new crown fits perfectly and restores both the function and beauty of your smile. By understanding the different types of dental crowns, you can make informed decisions about your dental care and achieve the best possible outcome for your oral health.

Dental Crown Procedure

At Zental, your crown journey is designed to be smooth, comfortable, and tailored to your needs. Here’s what to expect: The process may vary depending on the crown types selected as part of your dental treatment.

Consultation & Assessment

Your dentist will examine your tooth and discuss your goals. Digital scans or X-rays may be taken to assess the tooth’s condition and surrounding structures.

Tooth Preparation

The tooth is gently reshaped to create space for the crown. The tooth must be properly prepared (tooth prepared) before the crown can be made. If necessary, a core build-up is done to support the crown securely.

Digital Impressions

We use advanced scanning technology to capture precise 3D images of your teeth—no messy impression trays required.

Temporary Crown Placement

A temporary crown is fitted to protect your tooth while your permanent crown is crafted in our top-tier London based lab.

Final Crown Fitting

Once ready, your permanent crown is carefully placed, adjusted for fit and bite, and bonded securely. Having a crown fitted may feel slightly different at first, but it quickly becomes comfortable and provides support for damaged teeth while improving appearance. The result is a natural-looking, long-lasting restoration.

Whether you need a crown for protection, aesthetics, or both, choosing a trusted dental partner is essential for quality care and long-term satisfaction. Zental offers world-class care in a tranquil setting.

See our comprehensive list of treatments and learn more about how Zental can help you achieve a healthier, happier and longer life!

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Testimonials

Safina had a serious accident many years ago. Sadly, her experience was traumatic and impacted her self confidence. She visited Zental and met with the highly skilled and dedicated team of Mr Ihsaan Al-Hadad. Her journey with Zental led her to have dental implant treatment. Safina shares her brave story and explains why she continues to Trust in Calm with Zental.

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Safina's Story

Monica had an unpleasant experience with her dentist at a young age whilst undergoing Orthodontic treatment. Sadly, this altered her perception of visiting the dentist during adulthood. She decided to visit Zental Dental when she was in need of an emergency dentist. Monica shares her brave story and explains why she continues to Trust in Calm with Zental.

Monica's Story

Marlon lost confidence with his smile as he suffered from teeth crowding. He decided to visit Zental Dental and undergo Orthodontic treatment. Invisalign is a clear aligner system or invisible braces that can be removed anytime. Marlon shares his brave story and explains why he continues to Trust in Calm with Zental.

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What our patients ask about Dental Crown

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Can I match a crown to the colour of my existing teeth?

Yes your crown can be matched to whatever colour is required. How good a match will be depends on which material is used, the quality of the crown used and how skillful the technician is. With the best quality crowns in the most experienced hands, it can be difficult to tell the difference between a crown and a natural tooth. At Zental, we are fortunate to have an in-house modern lab with highly skilled, UK trained dental technicians to make our crowns. This ensures we are able to maintain the highest of standards from beginning to end.

Will my crown look unnatural over time?

Not at all. In the right hands and with the right choice of materials and our expert lab, we can make the crown look like the adjacent tooth. At Zental, we use the highest quality materials and only hire highly experienced dentists and dental technicians that have a long track record of achieving the best quality results for the most discerning of patients.

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How is a crown retained onto the tooth?

Since crowns cover the entire tooth, they are retained mechanically by the presence of sufficient tooth height that it covers. The more natural tooth that remains the better this mechanical retention will be. The crowns are cemented onto the tooth and this also provides some retention. In cases where there is sufficient tooth height for a crown, it is mainly retained mechanically with the cement having limited effect. When insufficient tooth height remains, then the mechanical retention afforded to crowns is limited and so in such cases the crown relies on the adhesiveness and strength of the cement to hold it in place.

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Does fitting a crown mean my tooth is protected from tooth decay?

No. A crown is merely a shell that fits over your existing tooth in order to protect it from future fracture. The tooth below the crown can become decayed just as easily if not more so prior to the crown being fitted. Whether the tooth then becomes decayed in future is dependent on one’s susceptibility to tooth decay, how well they keep it clean and how much sugar is consumed in one’s diet.

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Why are some crowns significantly cheaper than others?

Like with anything, price is governed by the quality and hence cost of the material used, the experience of the technician and lab, the experience of the dentist and the degree of cosmetic enhancement you require. The better the quality of the crown one requires, the more expensive the crown will be in some cases. At Zental, we believe in working to an exceptional standard that makes our cost very reasonable relative to the quality of work we provide.

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What are onlays and how do they differ from crowns?

An onlay is a type of partial crown that mainly covers the biting surface of the tooth and then only as much or little of the rest of the tooth as necessary. It is similar to a crown in that it covers the biting surface to protect it from fracture but is different in that is does not encapsulate the entire tooth like a crown does.

An onlay conserves more of the natural tooth structure as less space creation is needed and relies more on the adhesiveness of the cement holding it in.

An onlay is ideal for when we wish to preserve as much of the healthy tooth structure as possible and where aesthetics are not a prime consideration.

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Should I have a crown or an onlay?

Your dentist will advise you with the best option and this will be case as well as tooth specific. When deciding on the best option you have to decide which two of the following qualities you wish to have: ‘minimally invasive’, ‘maximum longevity’ or ‘maximum aesthetics’. Usually only two of these are possible but never all three as there is always a trade off.

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How much of my natural tooth is removed for a crown?

Since the crown encapsulates the tooth – it may require the removal of between 0.5-2mm of tooth structure all the way around the tooth/filling in order to create room for the crown to sit over the tooth. The amount of space needed is commonly determined by factors such as:

· What material is used

· How aesthetically pleasing you wish it to look

· How much tooth is already present

· Your bite

· The type of crown or onlay that is used.

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Are there any risks with crowns?

There is a small risk that when a tooth is prepared for a crown that the nerve inside the tooth may get irrigated as a result of this preparation. There is an even smaller risk that this may result in the nerve ultimately dying in the future where the tooth may then require root canal treatment. The risk is even lower for an onlay as the preparation is much less than for a crown.

Most teeth that are to be crowned or onlayed already have along history of trauma and disease and so are already at risk of the nerve dying, so it is impossible to say whether if such happens it is due to the crown or whether it would have happened anyway.

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Do you ever place crowns on healthy teeth?

There is no reason to cut down a healthy tooth and put a crown on it. If a cosmetic improvement is required then there are far more conservative means of managing such cases, placing a crown is not recommended in such instances.

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How long will a crown last for?

This depends on many factors such as:

· How badly damaged the tooth was in the first instance,

· How well the crown is maintained and cleaned,

· Your diet and how susceptible your teeth are to future decay/damage to name but a few reasons.

Some peoples’ crowns have lasted in excess of 30 years whilst others have lasted for a year or two – again depending on the above factors, amongst others.

Meet the experts who will treat you

Dr Mira Morcos

General and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS, MJDF RCS(Eng)

Dr Abdul Bussuri

General and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS

Dr Gaudat Masarani

General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentist

BDS

Dr Gaudat Masarani

General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentist

BDS

Gaudat is a dedicated general dentist who made the exciting move from sunny Spain to the vibrant city of London. With a passion for dentistry that blossomed during his studies, he earned his undergraduate degree in dentistry in Valencia before embarking on his continued development in the United Kingdom. His academic journey laid a solid foundation in both the science and artistry of dentistry, allowing him to approach each patient with a comprehensive understanding of their unique needs.

Since relocating to London, Gaudat has embraced the diverse and dynamic dental community, bringing a fresh perspective and a wealth of knowledge from his training in Spain. He has developed a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and implant surgery, where he finds immense joy in helping patients enhance their smiles. Whether it's restoring confidence through a smile makeover or providing functional solutions with dental implants, he is committed to delivering exceptional care that transforms lives.

Gaudat believes that a visit to the dentist should be a positive experience, not a source of anxiety. He understands that many patients may feel apprehensive, and he takes great pride in creating a warm and welcoming environment. From the moment patients step into his practice, they are greeted with a friendly smile and a calming atmosphere designed to put them at ease. He takes the time to listen to his patients’ concerns, ensuring they feel heard and understood. By fostering open communication and building trust, he helps demystify dental procedures and empowers patients to make informed decisions about their oral health.

In addition to his clinical expertise, Gaudat is passionate about continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in dentistry. He regularly attends workshops and seminars, eager to expand his skills and offer the most current and effective treatments to his patients. His dedication to professional growth is matched only by his commitment to patient care.

Outside of the clinic, Gaudat enjoys exploring London’s diverse neighbourhoods and immersing himself in the city’s rich culture. He loves discovering hidden gems and trying new cuisines. His appreciation for cultural exchange not only enriches his life but also enhances the connections he makes with his patients.

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Dr Nitin Joshi

General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentist

BDS, MJDF RCS (Eng)

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Dental Crown
The facts

The facts about Dental Crown

What Is a Dental Crown?

Dental Crown Benefits