What are Crowns?

At Laser Dental Associates in Sterling Heights, we have a wide selection of general and cosmetic dentistry services available to our patients, new and existing. Thanks to continued advances in dentistry, patients can now enjoy a number of restorative procedures that look completely natural and function properly. One common restoration used at our practice is that of dental crowns.

What are crowns? Crowns are porcelain "caps" which are custom-made to fit over a natural tooth to offer it protection, strength, and repair. It can also be used to cover up aesthetic concerns in places where porcelain veneers are not appropriate; such as over the teeth near the back of the mouth. They are bonded in place by a dental professional and can last many years with proper care.

Dental crowns are incredibly common in dentistry because they are versatile, strong, and durable. Many crowns last over ten years when patients maintain regular dental appointments with the dental team at Laser Dental Associates for examinations and cleanings. Visiting the dentist regularly is important for oral health and wellness, as well as, to catch problems early enough for proper intervention.

At Laser Dental Associates, our team will use dental crowns in many situations and will discuss with our patients when they are most appropriate. Dental crowns can be used to cover a tooth that is:

• Broken
• Chipped
• Repaired with a large filling
• Weakened from root canal therapy
• Replaced with a dental implant

Patients residing in the Sterling Heights area who believe they may need dental crowns are urged to contact the team at Laser Dental Associates to learn more about the advantages of placing these high quality restorations in their smile. Call our practice at to make an appointment with our team of professionals who are ready to assist in repairing the smile.