At FP Dental, our bespoke crowns are designed to be both beautiful and strong.
Crowns are designed to cover and protect a tooth that has been damaged or had a root canal treatment. They cover the whole tooth surface and can be made out of metal, porcelain, ceramics, or a combination of these materials.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that is fitted over your natural tooth. The crown, which is also used in cosmetic dentistry, restores the tooth’s shape, size, strength, and aesthetics and covers the visible surface of the tooth.
How can I tell if I need a crown?
It is likely that your teeth will become damaged over time. This might be caused by a variety of factors, including tooth decay, trauma, or just constant usage over time. The shape and size of your teeth may also alter with time.
You may require a crown to help with:
Keeping a weak (perhaps decaying) tooth from breaking.
Repairing a broken or damaged tooth.
Supporting a tooth that has a large filling.
Keeping a dental bridge in place.
To conceal crooked or discoloured teeth.
Providing strength to root treated teeth.
How long does a dental crown typically last?
Crowns typically last between ten and fifteen years. Depending on how well you follow oral hygiene routines and how well you care for your mouth, the lifespan of a crown may differ.
Crowns are strong, but personal habits may also shorten their lifespan, such as:
Chewing on ice
Fingernail biting
Opening packaging items
Grinding and clenching teeth
What should I expect when getting a crown?
As with all our treatments, your comfort and safety are our first priority. Getting a crown is done in two stages. The first stage is to prepare the tooth, and the second is to fit the crown.
Stage 1 – Preparation
For your comfort and peace of mind, the preparation appointment is carried out under a local anaesthetic so that the area will be completely numb. We will carefully shape the weakened tooth to make space for the crown to fit around the tooth and for a comfortable bite. We will take an impression (mould) of your teeth, and these will be sent to a laboratory where the crown is made and place a temporary crown.
Stage 2 – Fit
After approximately two weeks, you’ll come back to have your crown fitted. We will carefully remove the temporary crown and place the new crown. Once we’ve checked that your bite is correct and that you are happy with the appearance, we will cement the crown in place.
Once the cement has fully set, you’ll have a fully functional, healthy bite again.
First time here, I took my elderly father in law. All the staff were so lovely, friendly and welcoming. The practice was spotless. My father in law was very nervous as he hasn't been to a dentist for a long time. They couldn't have put him more at ease. The dentist we saw introduced himself as Bruno, and was so lovely, he explained everything, and asked if we had any questions, and didn't rush anything. I would definitely recommend this surgery to anyone looking for a dentist. Many kind thanks
Amazing results after finishing the whitening course from FP Dental, Wombwell. The trays were fitted perfectly and were comfortable to wear during the whitening process. Thank you FP!
Been coming to this practice for years .. The Dental staff are all very efficient and my experience throughout all my treatment have been excellent and very thorough and always welcoming ..Thank You
Thank you for correcting my troubles fast!! 5 stars for a warm welcome and only a short waiting time, I felt taken care of and in the right hands. Top quality professional service.
A lovely dental practice at the heart of wombwell.The staff are extremely professional but also kind and sensitive to your needs,always go that extra mile to make sure you receive the highest level of treatment and care.
Seen Jenna & Ellis this morning for my routine hygiene appointment. As always I was looked after extremely well & even got to try out a NEW Airflow treatment that uses heated water - soon to be available at the practice, the results are AMAZING!Thank you both & Merry Christmas 🎅
Absolutely the best dentist in Barnsley and I have experienced a few. I have had a lot of dental problems over the years and suffer from anxiety. The team at FP are like my second family they are always show upmost professionalism but are also so down to earth and so caring they are always willing to help no matter how big or small your issue. I will be forever grateful.
My initial reservations when FP Dental took over from my original dentist were quickly allayed. Several years on, I am still completely happy with the level of service I receive from the whole team in a professional and friendly manner. In addition to Jim, I have received treatment from other dentists in the practice and remain highly satisfied.
I have been visiting this practice for years and have never been disappointed. All staff are very friendly and approachable and make visiting the dentist a pleasure! Staff are very helpful and can answer any questions in depth, taking the time to provide thorough information and explanations. I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Been going to this practice for years and always had good experience. I'm incredibly nervous when it comes to visiting the dentist but they always make me feel at ease and never make you feel rushed. I've had to have quite a bit of work done recently and Jenna and Ellis were brilliant and made sure I was comfortable throughout! Wouldn't go anywhere else now.
I've been a patient at FP Dental since I was young and now my own daughter and husband come here too. Aside of being highly knowledgeable, all the staff are lovely and friendly - so much so, that my 5yro daughter looks forward to going and has never had a fear of Dentists! They offer amazing varied services including cosmetic/aesthetic work at which theye highly skilled. I've never struggled to get an appointment and their patient care is outstanding.The clinic itself is always very clean and welcoming and they're also close to a free car park. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
I have been with this practice over 40 years and the care is second to none. Bruno, Jenna, Ellis and the team are fantastic for dentistry and facial aesthetics.Would highly recommend.
Amazing dentist. Best that I have been to. Great getting my 6 year old daughter out of pain. A few of my friends have had implants with Bruno and they are recommending them to other friends and colleagues!!!
Absolutely amazing service by this dental practice, professional polite staff... Said you can see results with in 2 days and you definitely can still got 7 days left but would definitely recommend to anyone
A 5 🌟review for a five star dental practice.Thank you to Bruno ( the best dentist in the room :-))and to Anita ( the best dental nurse in the room:-)) for giving me my smile back and to the wonderful Jenna for keeping it sparkling. All the staff are so nice and it shows they have job satisfaction x
I have been with FP dental since I was born (34 years) My children and I have always received excellent care. Recently I have suffered with my gums and Jenna came to my rescue, my teeth have never felt healthier. Keep up the great work Bruno and the rest of the team.
