Clinical term
dental crown
A custom cover that restores the shape, strength and appearance of a broken, worn or root-treated tooth.
Also called: zirconia crown, cap
Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026
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Where we discuss dental crown
- Dental Crowns and Bridges: What They Are and When You Need One
- Functional Crown Lengthening Before Dental Crown Placement
- Why You Need a Dental Crown After Root Canal
- Direct and Indirect Pulp Capping to Avoid Root Canal
- Pulp Capping Procedure to Save an Exposed Tooth Nerve
- Pain Under a Dental Crown When Chewing Food
- Signs of Tooth Decay Under an Existing Crown
- Choosing Between a Dental Crown and a Filling
- What to Do If Your Dental Crown Falls Off
- Same-Day Dental Crowns Made With Digital Technology
- What Causes a Dark Line Around a Crown
- Causes and Solutions for Chipped Dental Crown Porcelain
- What to Do When a Dental Crown Falls Off
- Stainless Steel Crowns for Decayed Molars in Young Children
- Restoring Broken Dental Crowns Damaged by Bruxism
- TMJ Synovitis and Capsulitis Joint Inflammation Relief
- Understanding Zirconia Crowns for Durable Smile Restoration
- Zirconia Crowns: Strength and Aesthetics Combined
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