A crown (or cap) is an artificial covering which fits over an existing tooth. It may be made of porcelain, metal or a combination of both. A crown may be used to restore the appearance of a broken, cracked, heavily filled or worn tooth, or for cosmetic reasons.

How is a crown prepared?

• your dentist may take X-rays to assess your mouth
• a thin layer of tooth (between 1 to 2 mm) is trimmed away from the surface
• a shade guide may be used to select the correct color of porcelain
• impressions of the prepared tooth and teeth of the opposite jaw are taken and constructed in a dental laboratory
• a temporary crown is fitted to protect the prepared tooth between visits
  

How is it fitted?

• the temporary crown is removed at the return visit
• the crown is checked for comfort, fit and color
• Dr. Nabaie will permanently cement your new crown(s) in place with cement
• All of our crowns are made in our own facilities by our talented dental technician, Radu Stoica (link here). By having the crowns fabricated on site, Dr. Nabaie has control over the whole process. If there are any adjustments necessary to the crown, such as shade change, it is usually done while you are waiting and no rescheduling is necessary.