A permanent cap that restores the full strength, function, and appearance of a damaged tooth — protecting your natural smile for years to come.
Dental crowns are designed to cover the entire visible surface of a damaged tooth, adding strength and stability and protecting the future health of your smile. They are permanent caps that fit over an existing tooth, looking and working in exactly the same way as your natural teeth.
Crowns are usually recommended when a tooth cannot hold a filling due to decay, or where there is a danger of a cracked tooth breaking. Fitting closely and comfortably to the gum, a dental crown guards what remains of the original tooth structure.
With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, crowns can last for many years — making them a highly effective long-term investment in your oral health.
Modern dental crowns deliver outstanding protection and aesthetics, engineered to last.
A crown covers the entire visible surface of a damaged tooth, guarding what remains of the natural structure against further decay or fracture.
Modern all-ceramic crowns are designed to match the colour, shape, and translucency of your natural teeth for a seamless, undetectable result.
Many crowns are designed and constructed using CAD/CAM technology, delivering an accurate fit and consistent quality for every restoration.
Barnton Dental Spa offers Lava Crowns — an advanced ceramic-zirconia restoration providing an exact fit, outstanding strength, and a beautifully natural look.
Barnton Dental Spa is proud to offer Lava Crowns — one of the most advanced all-ceramic restorations available. Made from ceramic with a zirconia base, Lava Crowns combine exceptional strength with a translucency that gives them a deeply natural appearance.
Each Lava Crown is precisely colour-matched to your individual teeth, ensuring the finished result integrates seamlessly with your smile. Computer-aided design technology is used throughout the fabrication process for consistent accuracy and durability.
A dental crown is typically fitted across two appointments, with a temporary crown protecting your tooth in between.
We examine the damaged tooth and your overall oral health to confirm a crown is the most appropriate treatment for your specific situation.
The tooth is carefully shaped under local anaesthetic to create the ideal foundation for the crown. A dental impression is then taken.
Your impression is sent to a specialist dental laboratory where computer design technology is used to create a precise model of your mouth.
A temporary crown protects the prepared tooth while your permanent restoration is being crafted in the laboratory.
Your finished crown is fitted at the second appointment. Adjustments are made to ensure a precise bite before it is permanently secured.
Brush twice daily and floss regularly around the crown to keep both the restoration and the gum margin healthy.
Avoid very hard foods and habits such as nail biting or using teeth as tools, which can chip or loosen the crown.
Regular dental visits allow us to monitor the crown and surrounding teeth, addressing any wear or bite issues early.
If you have questions about dental crowns or Lava Crown technology, our team is happy to discuss the best approach for your individual needs.
If you have a damaged, cracked, or heavily restored tooth, a dental crown could be the ideal solution. Book a consultation and we will assess whether a crown — including our premium Lava Crown option — is right for you.