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.