cosmetic family dentistry the woodlands texas Dr. Bill Lockhart DDS

Crowns

A crown restoration reproduces all of the same aspects of a natural
tooth. Once a tooth has been reduced down and decay has been
removed, it is impressioned so that it will be able to be reproduced in
dental stone. A dental technician, an experienced craftsman, utilizes
dental alloys, ceramics, acrylics or composites to reproduce an
esthetic, hygienic and functional tooth.

Ceramic or porcelain crowns

If your dentist determines that a tooth needs a crown, a treatment
plan is established. When the appearance of the crown is crucial, a
metal-free crown may be prescribed. This allows for a more natural
look. Within recent years the all-ceramic crown (otherwise known as
porcelain) has evolved. The ceramic materials used today have been
studied with excellent results for long-term success. There are
various materials that can be used in making a metal-free crown,
including:

• Acrylic
• Composite
• Porcelain / Ceramic
• Reinforced Porcelain
• Lucite Porcelain

Ask Dr. Lockhart which material is best for your crown.