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A "cap" or crown will restore
a broken, heavily filled, or cracked tooth to its original
form, strength, and natural beauty. Crowns cover most
of the exposed parts of the tooth. They also may be
recommended after root canal therapy because these teeth
become brittle and are more apt to fracture. Crowns
strengthen and protect the remaining parts of the tooth,
improve the appearance of your teeth, and provide you
with a long-term and successful restoration.
Many crowns have a metal core for strength
under a layer of esthetic porcelain, but a nonmetal
crown can be made for those patients desiring a metal-free
restoration. Please discuss this with your doctor.
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