a crown is a ‘cap’ for the tooth that is made in a laboratory, and it is designed to repair and replace tooth structure that has been lost as a result of tooth decay or trauma.
they are the preferred alternative to more traditional fillings made of amalgam, and offer better support and strength to the remaining tooth structure. they can be constructed from many different types of materials from metals, including gold, to more cosmetic porcelains. they can be made in the same colour and texture as your natural tooth so that they appear as cosmetically pleasing as possible.
frequently asked questions
why should I have a crown and not a normal filling?
sometimes there isn’t enough tooth to support a filling, or a filling won’t be strong enough to support what little tooth remains. in such cases, it is better to have a crown to prevent further breakdown of the tooth and give it much-needed strength.
my dentist has recommended a crown after my root canal treatment but do i really need it?
yes – teeth that have had root canal treatment are often weak in structure and prone to breaking down over time – the crown will offer it the strength it needs to hold itself together as well as help prevent an infection from creeping back into the tooth by acting as an additional physical barrier.
do i need crowns to improve the appearance of my front teeth?
if they are discoloured, broken down or misshapen, we may sometimes recommend a crown to go on them. but we will consider less risky and more conservative alternatives first like tooth whitening, veneers or teeth straightening.
can i get a tooth-coloured crown on the NHS?
we tend to put tooth-coloured crowns on the teeth that are towards the front of your mouth on the NHS. on the back teeth, however, where the cosmetic need is less important, on back teeth, we will place metal crowns. the difference between metal and porcelain crowns is simply cosmetic so, unless there is the reason you cannot have a metal crown other than cosmetic on a back tooth, you may be asked to pay for it privately.
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After 2 years I have completed my Invisalign and whitening journey and I am beyond thrilled with the results. Dr Kish put so much time and effort into perfecting my teeth and nothing was ever too much trouble; he really is amazing at what he does! Communication with Natalie was great with quick responses to emails and answering any questions I had. To be able to smile confidently in pictures with my family is just the best and I am so grateful to Dr Kish, Natalie and Amy for making the process so seamless. I don’t think I’ll ever get bored of the compliments I get about my teeth now. Thank you so so much!!
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Kim and Louz, two lovely ladies that I'll always be grateful for. They are both extremely talented and very informative. They done a fantastic job with stopping my terrible tooth pain. It was a very easy process thankfully.If in the future I can get more help with my teeth, I definitely want these great ladies to help me again. The service is spectacular. Thank you for this.
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Excellent service. I had root treatment from Dr Kasper Gross , he is young, but very good with lots of knowledge for his age and honest. Also his assistant Katie is very good. Highly and definitely recommend.
I had my Invisalign treatment and whitening with Dr. Patel. Absolutely recommended, my final result is beyond expectations!The treatment overall went smoothly and untroubled, well explained and informed since the very beginning.Staff polite, friendly and efficient, easy to book and without waiting times.The whole experience was completely enjoyable
Couldn't recommend enough. From the initial appointment the team were outstanding. Dr Kishpatel has worked wonders I had composite bonding and teeth whitening. I've had so many compliments about how nice my teeth look. We worked to my budget and I didn't feel pressured to go above. The team are so helpful and make you feel at ease. Thank you again.
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I have just been to the hygienist (Jess) and dentist (Hayley) and both were really lovely, friendly and professional.Linzi made the booking process easy as see rang with cancellations for my daughter who needed to be seen before going to uni and made sure my appointments were set up too.Highly recommendAnd exit directions outside the treatment rooms are genius, I always go the wrong way!!!
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Amazing service and experience at this dental practice! Becca was the lady at reception who assisted with booking me in and helping with any questions I had
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Thank you to Dan, Amy, the nursing and reception teams at March Dental. My teeth were a shade of yellow due to age, cancer treatment, and general wear and tear. I had further discolouration on my two front teeth and a canine. I felt most self conscious and didn't like to smile. But now, I am smiling all the time. Everyone at March Dental are courteous and professional. Dan the dentist explained in detail and so I fully understood about the Boutique Whitening process and the further composites for the more discoloured areas on my teeth. The whitening process is straightforward to use and, although a little uncomfortable (increased sensitivity on teeth) is not painful. I felt the price was competitive and I had the reassurance of a trained team were taking care of me and regularly checking my progress. Within two weeks, my teeth were whiter and my smile much brighter! Thank you to Dan and the team for restoring my smile and confidence.
Well what can I say, March Dental Practise is excellent. Hayley and Jodie were brilliant today. Always very pleasant and reassuring and provide a good level of service. The receptionist staff are very helpful and provide a good first impression.
