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A crown is a cover or âcapâ your dentist can put on a tooth. The crown restores the tooth to its normal shape, size and function. The purpose of a crown is to make the tooth stronger or improve the way it looks. You may need a crown if you:
SPEAK WITH US. A temporary crown is a provisional, short term restoration used in dentistry. The temporary material is designed using CAD/CAM and forms a tooth shape that protects the prepared tooth, preventing damage to the periodontal tissues (gums) and disguises the prepared tooth to a degree until the final, definitive restoration can be made.