During a dental crown procedure, your oral care provider begins by examining the tooth that requires the crown and preparing it for treatment. X-rays of the tooth and surrounding bone are taken to assess the condition thoroughly. Subsequently, the tooth is filed down to create the necessary space for the crown. The extent of filing varies depending on the type of crown you'll be receiving; for instance, metal crowns require less tooth removal compared to porcelain crowns. In certain cases, a root canal might be necessary if there is a risk of infection, tooth decay, or damage to the tooth's nerves or blood vessels (also known as pulp). Once the tooth is appropriately filed and ready, your oral care provider takes impressions of the tooth receiving the crown using a paste-like material. Additionally, impressions are taken of the teeth above the crown to ensure a proper fit with your bite. These impressions are then sent to a dental lab, where the crown is custom-made. While waiting for the permanent crown, your dentist will place a temporary crown to safeguard your tooth between the initial and second appointments. In the second appointment, your permanent crown is ready to be placed. Your oral care provider removes the temporary crown, checks the color, shape, and fit of the new crown, and then cements it permanently in place. To ensure your comfort during the procedure, your dentist may use a numbing agent. With the crown securely affixed, the dental crown procedure is complete, leaving you with a restored tooth that looks and functions like a natural one.