Dental Crowns · Smith's Wood · Castle Bromwich

    Restore, protect and strengthen your teeth

    A versatile, long-established restoration to help you keep your natural tooth for as long as possible.

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    Understanding dental crowns

    What is a dental crown?

    A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fits over the entire visible surface of a prepared tooth, from the gumline upwards. It is permanently cemented in place and restores the tooth to its natural shape, size, and function.

    Placing a crown is an irreversible procedure. Preparation involves removing a layer of tooth structure from all surfaces of the tooth to create space for the crown. Your dentist will always ensure a crown is the most appropriate treatment before recommending it, and will explain all available alternatives.

    Crowns are fabricated in a dental laboratory by a GDC-registered dental technician. The material, shade, and shape are carefully chosen to match your existing teeth and meet the functional demands of the tooth being restored.

    Important — irreversible treatment

    Crown preparation involves the permanent removal of natural tooth structure. Once a tooth has been prepared for a crown, it will always require a crown or similar restoration.

    Crown materials

    Types of crown available

    The most appropriate material depends on the location of the tooth, functional demands, and your aesthetic preferences.

    Porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM)

    A metal substructure covered with tooth-coloured porcelain. A long-established option offering a combination of strength and aesthetics.

    All-ceramic / all-porcelain

    Made from high-strength ceramics such as zirconia or lithium disilicate. The most natural-looking result and preferred for front teeth.

    Gold alloy

    An exceptionally durable option for back teeth, gentle on opposing teeth and often requiring less tooth reduction. Metallic appearance.

    CEREC / same-day ceramic

    Where available, designed, milled, and fitted in a single appointment using digital impressions and an in-practice milling unit.

    Clinical indications

    When is a dental crown recommended?

    Heavily filled or broken-down tooth

    Where a large filling occupies much of the tooth, the remaining walls become vulnerable to fracture. A crown provides full coverage protection.

    Following root canal treatment

    A tooth that has had root canal treatment becomes more brittle and is often crowned to protect it, particularly on back teeth.

    Cracked tooth

    A crown holds the tooth together and prevents a crack from spreading further.

    Dental implant restoration

    A crown is the most common way to restore a single dental implant, replacing a missing tooth functionally and aesthetically.

    Severely worn teeth

    Teeth significantly worn by grinding, acid erosion, or wear may require crowns to restore their original height and function.

    Support for a dental bridge

    A conventional bridge uses crowns on the teeth either side of a gap to anchor an artificial tooth in place.

    At Castle Bromwich Dental Care we follow minimum intervention. Where a tooth can be adequately restored with a filling, inlay, onlay, or composite bonding, we will recommend that instead of a crown.

    The treatment journey

    What to expect

    1

    Examination and treatment planning

    A thorough clinical assessment, often including X-rays. All options are discussed before proceeding.

    2

    Tooth preparation

    Under local anaesthetic, a layer of tooth structure is removed to create space for the crown. This step is irreversible and only proceeds with your written consent.

    3

    Impressions and shade selection

    Precise impressions or digital scans are taken and the shade selected to match your natural teeth. These records are sent to the laboratory.

    4

    Temporary crown

    A temporary crown protects the prepared tooth while your permanent crown is made. Avoid very hard or sticky foods during this period.

    5

    Laboratory fabrication

    Your crown is made by a GDC-registered technician — typically taking one to two weeks.

    6

    Fitting your permanent crown

    The temporary is removed, the new crown checked for fit, bite and appearance, and then permanently cemented.

    7

    Review and ongoing care

    Your crowned tooth is monitored at routine check-ups and supported by regular hygiene appointments.

    Frequently asked questions

    Ready to take the next step?

    Get in touch with our friendly team to arrange a consultation at a time that suits you.

    Castle Bromwich Dental Care · Castle Bromwich, Birmingham