At Dr. Mansourian's dental practice, we ensure your smile stays beautiful and healthy. We offer a myriad of dental solutions, including dental crowns to restore damaged teeth. Understanding the difference between temporary and permanent dental crowns can help you make informed decisions about your dental health. At Dr. Mansourian's practice, we often use temporary dental crowns as an interim solution while your permanent crown is being prepared. These crowns are made from acrylic or composite resin and can be easily created in our office. Their primary functions are to protect the prepared tooth from further damage, maintain tooth functionality, and provide temporary aesthetic improvement. However, these crowns are not as durable as permanent ones and might require replacement or repair until your permanent crown is ready. For a more durable and long-term solution, we offer permanent dental crowns. Custom-made in a dental laboratory, these crowns require at least two visits to our office. They can be made from ceramic, metal, or porcelain fused to metal (PFM), depending on your preference, the location of the tooth, and our professional recommendation.