Dental crowns are tooth-shaped “caps” that can be placed over your tooth. Think of it like a snug hat for your tooth. The crown restores the tooth's shape, size, strength and appearance. The dental crown is cemented into place on your tooth and it covers the visible portion of the tooth.
How long does a capped tooth last?
The Lifetime of a Dental Crown
The placement of the crown in your mouth can also play a determining factor in the life of your crown. Some crowns are able to last a lifetime whereas others may crack and need to be replaced. On average, a crown can last between 10 and 30 years when well cared for.
How is tooth capping done?
Dental crown procedure
- The dentist examines and prepares the tooth that needs the crown. ...
- Your dentist will file down and remove part of the outer layer of the tooth.
- An impression will be made of your trimmed tooth and the surrounding teeth.
- The dentist will put a temporary crown over your tooth to protect it.
