Severe damage and decay used to almost always mean that a tooth required extraction. But ever since the dental crown first became available, dentists have been able to help their patients keep their full smiles longer. The dental crown is a cap or covering that can restore a tooth’s original shape and structure and protect the tooth from future damage after it has decayed. Dental crowns can also be used in restorative procedures like dental bridges, as well as for cosmetic purposes.
If you have had a root canal, a fracture, large cavity, or filling that needs to be removed, a dental crown may be necessary as well.