Services Technically advanced cosmetic and general dentistry DENTAL CROWNS When a tooth is severely decayed, broken or brittle due to root canal treatment, then a Crown is placed on the tooth to protect it. This is a safe procedure that takes two or three visits. A Dental Crown is a restoration that covers or "caps" a tooth to restore it's shape and strength. Crowns are necessary when a tooth is broken down and fillings won't solve the problem. If a tooth is cracked, a crown holds the tooth together to seal the cracks so the damage doesn't get worse. Crowns are also used to cover badly shaped or discoloured teeth. Click here to return to Services