05 · Restorative
Crowns, Zirconia & Veneers
Strong, tooth-coloured caps and thin front-facing shells that restore or transform teeth.
What it is
A crown covers a damaged tooth to restore its shape, strength and appearance; zirconia crowns are metal-free, tooth-coloured and very strong, for both front and back teeth. Veneers are thin shells bonded to the front of the teeth to improve their colour, shape and alignment — a cosmetic choice for the smile line. Align Aesthetic offers Illusion zirconia crowns.
How it goes
- 1
Preparation
The tooth is shaped conservatively and a record is taken.
- 2
Temporary
A temporary protects the tooth while the final one is made.
- 3
Fitting
The final crown or veneer is checked for fit, bite and shade, then bonded.
Questions patients ask
Will a zirconia crown look natural?+
Zirconia is tooth-coloured and metal-free, so there is no dark line at the gum. The shade is matched to your neighbouring teeth.
Crown or veneer — which do I need?+
A crown covers the whole tooth to restore strength; a veneer is a thin cosmetic shell on the front. The examination decides which suits your tooth.
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