A crown is a dental restoration that covers a damaged tooth to restore it to its normal shape, size, and function. It is used to strengthen or improve the appearance of a tooth. Crowns can restore a fractured tooth, cover a badly shaped or discolored tooth, and cover a .
Crowns are made from several types of material such as metal alloys, ceramics, porcelain, composite resin, or combinations of these materials. In the process of making a crown, the material often is colored to blend in with your natural teeth.
