A dental crown is a custom-made cap that fits over an entire tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. At Macleod Dental, we use high-quality porcelain crowns that match your surrounding teeth for a seamless, natural result.
A crown is a tooth-shaped cap cemented permanently over an existing tooth. It encases the entire visible portion above the gumline, restoring the tooth to its original shape, size, and function. Crowns are made from tooth-coloured porcelain and are virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth.
Crowns shield cracked, broken, or heavily filled teeth from further damage, restoring full structural integrity.
After root canal treatment or when a large filling fails, a crown rebuilds the tooth to full strength and function.
Porcelain crowns are custom-shaded to blend perfectly with adjacent teeth — most people cannot tell the difference.
Is a Crown Right for You?
Have a cracked or fractured tooth
A crown holds the tooth together, prevents the crack from spreading, and restores full function.
Have had a root canal treatment
Root-treated teeth become brittle over time — a crown protects them from breaking under normal use.
Have a large filling that has failed or is failing
When a filling takes up more than half the tooth, a crown provides a more durable long-term solution.
Have a badly broken or worn-down tooth
Crowns rebuild teeth that have lost significant structure due to decay, trauma, or grinding.
Not sure if you need a crown? We will give you an honest assessment at your consultation — with no pressure to proceed.
Why not just leave a damaged tooth?
Cracks and fractures worsen over time, potentially splitting the tooth to the root
Decay can spread to neighbouring teeth if left unresolved
A broken tooth may become non-restorable, requiring extraction
Pain and sensitivity can become severe, affecting daily life
Early treatment is almost always simpler and more affordable than delayed treatment
Acting early almost always results in a simpler, less costly solution.
A dental crown is typically completed over two appointments. Here’s exactly what to expect.
Step 01
We examine your tooth, take X-rays, and confirm whether a crown is the best option for your situation.
Step 02
Under local anaesthetic, the tooth is gently reshaped to create room for the crown to sit naturally over it.
Step 03
Precise impressions are sent to our dental lab. A temporary crown protects your tooth while your permanent crown is crafted.
Step 04
Your crown is precision-crafted from high-quality porcelain to exactly match the shade, shape, and size of your natural teeth.
Step 05
We check fit, colour, and bite before permanently cementing your crown. You leave with a fully restored, natural-looking tooth.
There is no single best solution — the right choice depends on how much tooth structure remains and your long-term goals.
We will always recommend the most conservative option that protects your long-term oral health.
Crowns anchor each end of a dental bridge to replace one or more missing teeth.
A crown is the recommended restoration to protect a tooth following root canal treatment.
An implant crown replaces a missing tooth entirely, from root to visible crown.
Regular maintenance is essential for the longevity of your crown and surrounding teeth.
Ready to restore your smile?
Book a consultation at Macleod Dental and we’ll assess whether a crown is the right solution for you — with honest advice, clear pricing, and no pressure.
