Dental crown procedure

Key facts A dental crown is a cap or cover that is specially made and fixed to your tooth. Crowns can help your tooth look and function better. You may need 2 visits to your dentist for a dental crown procedure. Once the crown is fixed in place you can eat normally. What is a dental crown? A dental crown is a cap or covering for an existing tooth. It can improve the way a decayed or broken tooth looks and make it stronger. Crowns can be made from porcelain, zirconia, gold alloy or a combination of porcelain and metal. When might