Dental crowns are used for many reasons, such as providing protection to a tooth in your mouth that was repaired after being damaged, or for a cosmetic reason that requires that a cap be put on a tooth. Since dental crowns can be costly, it’s a good idea to be prepared for potential situations that can require a dental crown so you are not shocked when you find out that you need one.
Implants
A dental implant requires surgically installing a titanium rod into your jawbone, but it only is half of the procedure. You will eventually need a crown to put on that titanium post. This is not done until the post becomes stable and your jawbone has healed, which can take around 2-4 months for osseointegration