Dental Crowns in London – Restore Your Smile
Dental crowns protect and restore teeth weakened by decay, fractures, or extensive fillings. At Attelia London, we design crowns to blend seamlessly with your smile, ensuring long-term durability, comfort, and natural aesthetics, while maintaining integrity and transparency throughout your treatment.
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Strengthens and protects damaged teeth
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Seamlessly matches natural smile
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Long-lasting and durable
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Comfortable and precise fit
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Tailored to your needs
Halit Dervis
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Do you need a crown?
Crowns restore function and protect compromised teeth, preventing further damage while enhancing the look and feel of your smile.
When Is a Crown Needed?
Situations Requiring Crowns
A crown may be recommended if your tooth is fractured, heavily filled, root canal-treated, or at risk of breaking. Crowns provide a reliable solution that restores strength, aesthetics, and function, helping to protect your tooth structure and preserve your overall oral health.
What Are the Different Types of Dental Crowns?
Crown Materials Explained
Crowns can be made of porcelain, zirconia, metal, or a combination. Each material offers different advantages in terms of durability, strength, and aesthetics, enabling your dentist to recommend the most suitable option for your individual needs.
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Porcelain – Highly aesthetic
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Metal – Strong and cost-effective
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Zirconia – Durable, natural look
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Porcelain-fused-to-metal – Versatile solution
Your dentist will discuss each crown option, ensuring you make an informed choice based on function, durability, and appearance.
The Crown Placement Process
Step-by-Step Explained
Placing a crown involves shaping the tooth, taking impressions, and fitting a custom restoration. Temporary crowns may be used while your permanent crown is being created for strength, aesthetics, and a precise, comfortable fit.
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Careful tooth preparation for secure fit
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Precise digital or traditional impression taken
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Temporary crown placed for protection
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Custom permanent crown securely fitted and polished
Multiple visits are usually required for crown placement. Your dentist will ensure comfort at every stage and provide tailored advice for a smooth treatment journey.
Temporary vs. Permanent Crowns
Key Differences Explained
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Tooth carefully prepared to support crown.
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Accurate impression or scan taken for precision.
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Temporary crown fitted to protect the prepared tooth.
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Laboratory creates a custom permanent crown.
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Permanent crown bonded securely in place.
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Bite and fit thoroughly checked, adjusted, and polished for comfort.
Temporary crowns protect the prepared tooth while your permanent restoration is crafted. They are not as durable but allow you to function normally until your final crown is securely bonded in place.
Crown Lifespan and Care
Looking After Crowns
With consistent oral care, dental crowns can last well over a decade, often much longer. Daily brushing, careful flossing, and regular professional check-ups are essential to prevent decay around the crown edges.
Avoiding damaging habits such as teeth grinding, nail biting, or chewing very hard foods will further protect your crown’s integrity and support lasting oral health.
Cost of Dental Crowns
Treatment Investment Explained
Crown cost depends on material, preparation, and number of teeth treated. Your dentist will provide a clear, tailored estimate.
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Dental Crown
Custom made crown designed to restore heavily damaged or root treated teeth. Includes fitting and bite adjustment.
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Recement Crown / Bridge
Reattachment of existing loose crown or bridge using professional bonding.
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Provisional Crown
Temporary crown provided during multi stage treatments.
FAQs About Dental Crowns
Patient Questions Answered
Common questions on dental crowns are answered here, giving you clarity, reassurance, and preparation guidance.
