Pleasantview Family Dental Clinic

Dental Crowns

When a tooth is cracked, worn or weakened, a crown covers and protects it, restoring its strength, shape and natural look so you can chew and smile with confidence.

Dental Crowns

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When a tooth is cracked, worn or weakened, a crown covers and protects it, restoring its strength, shape and natural look so you can chew and smile with confidence.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A crown is a custom-made cap that fits over the entire visible part of a tooth. It holds a damaged tooth together, takes the pressure of everyday chewing, and brings back its original size and shape. Because the crown covers the tooth completely, you keep your natural root instead of losing the tooth altogether.

Is a Crown Right for You?

A filling works well for small repairs, but when too much of a tooth is damaged, it needs more support. A crown is often the best way to protect what's left and keep the tooth working for years to come.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A crown is a custom-made cap that fits over the entire visible part of a tooth. It holds a damaged tooth together, takes the pressure of everyday chewing, and brings back its original size and shape. Because the crown covers the tooth completely, you keep your natural root instead of losing the tooth altogether.

Is a Crown Right for You?

A filling works well for small repairs, but when too much of a tooth is damaged, it needs more support. A crown is often the best way to protect what's left and keep the tooth working for years to come.

Choosing the Right Material

Every crown is made to suit the tooth it's protecting. Porcelain gives the most natural look for front teeth, while zirconia offers extra strength for back teeth and heavy grinders. Porcelain-fused-to-metal combines a sturdy base with a tooth-coloured finish, and gold remains one of the most durable options for molars. We'll help you choose the best fit for your smile.

Preparing the Tooth

After freezing the area, we remove any decay and shape the tooth so the crown fits snugly.

Digital Scan and Temporary Crown

A scan captures the exact shape of your bite, and a temporary crown protects your tooth while your permanent one is made.

Fitting Your Permanent Crown

We check the fit, colour and bite, make any small adjustments, and cement your crown securely in place.

Choosing the Right Material

Every crown is made to suit the tooth it's protecting. Porcelain gives the most natural look for front teeth, while zirconia offers extra strength for back teeth and heavy grinders. Porcelain-fused-to-metal combines a sturdy base with a tooth-coloured finish, and gold remains one of the most durable options for molars. We'll help you choose the best fit for your smile.

Preparing the Tooth

After freezing the area, we remove any decay and shape the tooth so the crown fits snugly.

Digital Scan and Temporary Crown

A scan captures the exact shape of your bite, and a temporary crown protects your tooth while your permanent one is made.

Fitting Your Permanent Crown

We check the fit, colour and bite, make any small adjustments, and cement your crown securely in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my crown look like a real tooth?

Yes. Tooth-coloured crowns are matched to the shade and shape of your surrounding teeth, so most people can't tell which tooth has a crown.

How long does a dental crown last?

With good care, most crowns last 10 to 15 years, and many last even longer. Brushing, flossing, regular checkups and wearing a night guard if you grind all help your crown go the distance.

Does getting a crown hurt?

Not usually. The area is fully frozen before we start, so most people feel only light pressure. Your tooth may feel a little tender for a few days afterward, which over-the-counter pain relievers usually take care of.

What should I do if my crown comes loose or falls off?

Keep the crown somewhere safe and call us as soon as you can. Avoid chewing on that side until we see you. In many cases, we can clean the crown and re-cement it.

Where can I get a dental crown in Edmonton?

Pleasant View Dental is at 11044 51 Ave NW in south Edmonton, near Southgate Centre, and welcomes patients from Pleasantview, Allendale, Lendrum Place, Royal Gardens and surrounding neighbourhoods.