How it’s done:

First, the dentist removes approximately 1.2 to 1.5 mm of enamel from the tooth. This makes room for the crown and prevents the restored tooth from feeling or looking bulky or unnatural.

Next, the dentist makes an impression of the prepared teeth so that the shape of the preparations and surrounding teeth can be replicated in the dental laboratory. The dentist also looks for the shade that will best match or blend with the other teeth. The impressions are sent to a dental laboratory that makes the ceramic crowns to fit your individual teeth. The patient will be fitted with a temporary crown in the interim.

At the next visit, the dentist places the crowns on the teeth to check the fit and shape. After any adjustments, the teeth are cleaned and the ceramic crowns are bonded to the teeth with dental cement. Further adjustments may be done at a subsequent appointment.