At Heritage Hill Dental, we understand how important strong, healthy teeth are—not just for chewing, but for your confidence and smile. That’s why our service for dental caps or crowns in Stoney Creek delivers high quality restorative dentistry solutions designed to protect damaged teeth, restore function, and improve aesthetics. Whether you need a crown (also known as a cap) after a root canal, for a cracked tooth, or simply to replace an old worn-out restoration, our dentistry clinic provides custom crowns crafted to last, feel natural, and match your smile.
In dentistry, a dental crown (or cap) is a prosthetic cover placed over a weakened, worn-down, or broken tooth. It fully encases the visible part of the tooth above the gum line to restore strength, shape, size, and appearance. Crowns can also be used to top dental implants, anchoring bridges, or to replace old restorations. There are several materials to choose from—metal, porcelain fused to metal (PFM), all-ceramic or porcelain crowns, zirconia crowns, and even gold or resin-based options—each with different benefits in terms of durability, aesthetics, and cost.
Second, crowns help you regain full oral function—chewing, speaking, biting—all feel normal again. A properly fitted crown will restore chewing surfaces and distribute biting pressures evenly.
Third, there are aesthetic improvements. Modern dental crowns can match the shape, size, and color of your adjacent teeth, making them blend naturally so others won’t notice. This is especially important for front teeth or visible areas. Porcelain or ceramic crowns are particularly good for aesthetics.
Fourth, crowns help preserve oral health. When a tooth is compromised, leaving it untreated can lead to more serious issues—splitting, decay under old fillings, or even tooth loss. A cap helps prevent that. Plus, crowns can anchor bridges to replace missing teeth.
Finally, crowns tend to be durable. With good care and proper materials, many dental crowns last many years—often 10-15 years or more depending on lifestyle, oral hygiene, and the material used. Zirconia and certain high-quality ceramic options are especially long-lasting.
Here’s a look at what getting a crown or cap looks like in our Stoney Creek dentistry clinic:
Initial Consultation & Assessment
We examine the tooth, often take X-rays, and assess health of the surrounding gums and the strength of underlying structure. We discuss your goals—whether you want strength, aesthetics, or both.
Tooth Preparation
The tooth is shaped (some enamel removed) so the crown will fit properly. If there’s decay or large filling, we may rebuild portions to provide a stable foundation.
Impressions or Digital Scans
Accurate impressions or scans are taken of your prepared tooth and adjacent teeth so the crown is custom-made to match your bite, color, and shape.
Temporary Crown Placement
While your permanent crown is being fabricated in a dental lab (or with in-office CAD/CAM if available), a temporary cap is placed to protect the tooth and maintain appearance.
Fitting and Cementation
When the permanent crown arrives, we remove the temporary one, check shape, fit, color, and bite. Adjustments are made if needed, then the crown is permanently cemented with dental adhesive.
Follow-Up and Care
Regular check-ups, good home care (brushing twice daily, flossing), avoiding very hard or sticky foods help crowns last longer. If you grind your teeth, a night guard may be recommended. Monitor any sensitivity and report issues early.
In Stoney Creek, Heritage Hill Dental offers choices so you can tailor the crown to your needs. If durability is the priority—especially for back teeth that endure a lot of chewing forces—materials like zirconia, PFM (porcelain fused to metal), or even gold may be best. For front teeth or when appearance matters, ceramic or all-porcelain crowns give the most natural look. Resin crowns may be more budget-friendly for temporary or less demanding situations. We’ll help you understand what’s best based on your tooth location, budget, aesthetic goals, and how much wear and stress the tooth will see.
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