What to Know About Tooth Caps

Tooth caps, or dental crowns as people also call them, are small caps in the shape of a tooth that goes on top of a cracked, damaged or broken tooth. Tooth caps look and feel the same as a healthy tooth and are a reliable option as a permanent treatment for teeth....

Chipped Tooth, Signs, Symptoms & Solutions

A chipped tooth is when a piece of tooth enamel comes off of a tooth. Having a chipped tooth is not normally a serious problem, but large chips can cause cosmetic issues and pain in some cases.  If you have a newly chipped tooth you may be wondering what to do...

All You Need to Know About Crown Replacement

A dental crown can help fix the appearance of decay or damage within a tooth and prevent toothache, gum disease or other problems from occurring. Using a temporary crown will help during dental the initial phase of the treatment to prepare the mouth and surrounding...

All You Need to Know About Front Tooth Crowns

What is a front tooth crown? A front tooth crown is essentially an artificial tooth that provides protection to a partially damaged tooth. Front tooth crowns are usually around 2mm thick and typically made from porcelain to mimic the appearance of your surrounding,...

Common dental crown problems and how to fix them

The main purpose of a dental crown is to protect and restore the tooth to its natural appearance and function. While traditional crowns are designed to last anyway between 5 to upwards of 20 years, dental crown problems can occur for a number of reasons. If you do...

How much does a dental crown cost in the UK?

The cost of a dental crown (also known as a tooth cap) depends on a number of factors, including the reason the crown is needed (accident, injury, decay, poorly installed previous crown etc). The type of crown also affects cost, as does the dentistā€™s pricings (or the...