Restore strength, function and appearance when a tooth is too damaged, weakened or heavily restored to support a filling.
Protects weakened or heavily filled teeth.
Options available for visible and back teeth.
Clear options depending on clinical need.
Planned carefully around your bite and smile.
Talk to our team about NHS and private crown options including metal, porcelain, zirconia and gold.
When a tooth becomes too damaged or weakened to support a filling, a dental crown offers the perfect solution. A crown acts like a custom-made cap that fits over the tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance — and allowing you to bite and smile with confidence.
At Spixworth Dental Practice, we provide a range of crown materials tailored to your individual needs — whether you’re being treated through the NHS or privately.
A dental crown is a fixed restoration that covers a tooth entirely above the gum line. It is often recommended when a tooth has large decay or fractures, after root canal treatment, to support a dental bridge, for cosmetic enhancement, or to protect a worn or weakened tooth.
Crowns are designed to look and feel like your natural teeth — and with the right material, they can last for many years.
Metal or porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns may be available where clinically necessary.
Private care may allow access to gold, zirconia and full porcelain crowns, with enhanced aesthetic options.
We’ll always explain your choices clearly so you can decide what suits your needs and budget best.
At Spixworth Dental Practice, we offer several crown options based on your clinical need, budget, and aesthetic preference.
Made from base metals such as nickel or chromium, these are very strong and long-lasting, making them ideal for back teeth where strength matters more than appearance.
Gold crowns are exceptionally durable and gentle on opposing teeth. They are often chosen where long-term strength is the priority.
Zirconia crowns are tooth-coloured, very strong and metal-free. They can be suitable for both front and back teeth.
Porcelain crowns are often chosen where appearance matters most, particularly for front teeth or cosmetic restorations.
Assessment and planning — we examine the tooth and recommend the best crown type.
Tooth preparation — the damaged tooth is shaped to make space for the crown.
Impressions — digital or traditional moulds are taken for a precise fit.
Temporary crown — used while your permanent crown is crafted, where needed.
Final fit — the custom crown is adjusted and permanently bonded.
With proper care, your crown can last 10 to 15 years or longer, depending on the material and your oral hygiene habits.
Speak to Spixworth Dental Practice about the best way to restore your tooth strength, comfort and appearance.
Spixworth Dental Practice
86 Crostwick Lane, Spixworth,
Norwich, NR10 3AF
