Dental crowns, also called dental caps, are artificial teeth intended to cover damaged, devitalized, decayed, or discolored teeth by reproducing very faithfully the appearance and functions of a natural tooth while preserving your root, which is above.
They are part of the family of dental prostheses such as dental veneers, onlays, and removable dental prostheses.
It is the most ideal and effective solution that makes it possible to beautify a tooth, solidify it, extend its life, and avoid extraction by preserving the pulp.
Thus, the tooth is preserved, the extraction is no longer necessary, and the latter is saved.
In short, the objective of dental crowns is to cover an implant, preserve a tooth that has been damaged or weakened by root treatment, and align a tooth perfectly in the smile line.
Depending on the preoperative evaluations and examinations, the dental surgeon determines which type of crowns will be best for the patient according to the indications for placement, the patient's wishes, as well as his financial capacity.