Restore strength
with flawless beauty
At KARIN DENTAL CLINIC,
we elevate dental crown treatment with premium materials.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped restoration placed over a damaged, fractured, severely decayed, or root canal-treated tooth. It restores the tooth’s strength, shape, appearance, and function, acting like a durable protective covering that allows you to bite and chew with confidence.
Restore Strength and Beauty to Your Teeth
A dental crown is one of the most comprehensive and long-lasting ways to restore a damaged tooth. It acts as a “new tooth” placed over a tooth that is fractured, severely decayed, or weakened after root canal treatment. This restores strong chewing function while bringing back a natural-looking appearance to your smile.
- Large Cavities
- Severely Cracked, Chipped, or Fractured Teeth
- Teeth That Have Undergone Root Canal Treatment
- Severely Worn-Down Teeth
- Supporting Teeth for a Dental Bridge
- Cosmetic Dental Concerns
What Types of Dental Crowns Are Available?
Dental crowns are classified according to the material used, as this affects their strength, appearance, and lifespan. Your dentist will recommend the most suitable material based on the tooth’s position, whether it is a front tooth or molar, the required durability, aesthetic expectations, and your budget. There are four main types of dental crowns:
1. Full-Metal Crown
Suitable for: Back teeth or molars that need to withstand strong chewing forces
- Strong and highly resistant to chewing forces
- Causes minimal wear to the opposing teeth
- Durable and long-lasting
- The metallic colour does not resemble natural teeth, making it more suitable for back teeth.
- The metal edge may become visible near the gum line if gum recession occurs.
2. Porcelain Fused to Metal, PFM crown
Suitable for: Front or back teeth that require both a natural appearance and durability
- The outer ceramic layer provides a colour similar to natural teeth.
- The inner metal structure provides strength and supports chewing forces effectively.
- The metal edge may become visible if gum recession occurs.
- The ceramic layer may chip, crack, or wear over time.
- More natural tooth structure must be removed compared with a full-metal crown.
3. Ceramic crown / All-ceramic crown
Suitable for: Front teeth in the aesthetic zone where a highly natural appearance is the priority
- Provides colour and translucency that closely resemble natural teeth
- Contains no metal, making it ideal for creating a natural-looking smile
- Biocompatible and gentle on the gum tissue
- Less durable than metal-based crowns
- May crack or fracture under heavy chewing forces
4. Temporary crown
Suitable for: Teeth being prepared for a permanent dental crown
- Protects the prepared tooth from damage and decay
- Allows temporary chewing and normal function
- Helps prevent tooth movement and gum changes
- Typically used for no longer than 2–3 weeks
- Less durable than a permanent crown
- More likely to become loose or fall off than a permanent crown
How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost?
At KARIN Dental Clinic, we offer several types of dental crowns to suit different treatment needs and budgets.