Crowns
Damaged or weakened teeth? Dental crowns provide a reliable, long-lasting solution to protect and restore your smile. Whether you’ve experienced decay, trauma, or have a worn tooth, crowns can bring back function and aesthetics without compromising comfort. At Allen Dental & Implant Centre in Leek, Staffordshire, we use the latest materials to create natural-looking crowns tailored to your bite. Book initial consultation to find out if crowns are right for you.
Lasting Smile Protection
Strengthen Weakened Teeth
Crowns cover and support damaged or heavily filled teeth, preventing further breakage. They are particularly useful for teeth that have undergone root canal treatment or large restorations. With a custom-fit crown, the integrity of your natural tooth is maintained for years to come.
Restore Function and Bite
Crowns can help improve how your teeth come together, making chewing more comfortable and efficient. Patients in Leek who have had crowns fitted often report reduced sensitivity and improved bite alignment. This makes daily eating and speaking noticeably easier.
Enhance Appearance
A well-crafted crown blends seamlessly with your surrounding teeth, improving your smile’s shape, size, and colour. Ceramic crowns are a popular choice for front teeth due to their natural translucency and aesthetic appeal. At our Leek practice, we ensure your crown matches the tone of your existing teeth for a flawless finish.
What Are Crowns?
Dental crowns are protective caps placed over existing teeth to restore strength, appearance, and function. They are commonly used when a tooth is cracked, decayed, or structurally compromised. In Leek, crowns are one of the most trusted options for patients wanting long-term results without removing their natural tooth.
Crowns can be made from a range of materials including porcelain, ceramic, zirconia, or metal alloys. Ceramic and porcelain crowns are particularly popular in Staffordshire due to their lifelike appearance and durability. Your dentist will recommend the best material based on the location of the crown and your personal needs.
Once in place, a crown protects the underlying tooth from further damage while allowing you to bite, chew, and smile with confidence. With proper care, dental crowns can last over a decade, making them a wise investment for patients in and around Leek.
The Treatment Process
Initial Consultation
At your first visit to our Leek dental clinic, we’ll examine the affected tooth and take digital scans or X-rays. This helps us understand the level of damage and determine whether a crown is the best solution. You’ll also have the opportunity to discuss crown materials and aesthetics.
Tooth Preparation & Temporary Crown
The tooth is gently reshaped under local anaesthesia to accommodate the crown. We then take precise impressions to ensure a perfect fit. A temporary crown is fitted to protect your tooth while the final crown is being made in our dental lab.
Crown Fitting & Final Polish
Your custom-made crown is securely bonded to the prepared tooth using high-quality dental cement. We’ll check the fit, bite alignment, and make minor adjustments for comfort. Once polished, your new crown will look and feel just like a natural tooth.
