When a tooth is too damaged for a filling but not ready to be removed, a crown can give it new strength and protection. Think of it as a custom-made cover that restores your tooth’s shape, function, and appearance. You can smile, chew, and speak with confidence again.
At Thornley Park Dental in Denton, we fit porcelain crowns to rebuild teeth that are cracked, heavily filled, worn down or weakened after root canal treatment. Patients visit us from across Denton, Gorton, Dane Bank, Audenshaw, Stockport and the wider Manchester area. Wondering about price? A porcelain crown at our practice is £950: see how much a dental crown costs below.
If a crown or filling has come loose or broken and you’re in pain, see our emergency dental care page for what to do and how to book a same-day appointment.
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If you think a crown might be right for you, we’d love to talk through your options. Book your appointment today, and let’s get your smile back to its strongest.
We usually recommend a crown if the damage to a tooth is too extensive for a filling to hold. For damage that falls between the two, an inlay or onlay may be an option. They’re also common after a root canal, or when a tooth is badly worn, misshapen, or discoloured.
While a filling repairs part of the tooth, a crown protects the whole structure, making it the stronger, longer-lasting option.
Most crowns are fitted in two visits. First, we prepare your tooth and take a digital scan or impression so the lab can create your custom crown. You’ll leave with a temporary crown to protect the tooth in the meantime.
At your second visit, we fit your permanent crown, check the bite, and make sure it looks natural and feels comfortable.
Not at all. Modern crowns are carefully colour-matched to blend with your existing teeth, so they’re virtually invisible in your smile. Unless you tell someone, they’ll never know it’s there.
With good care (brushing, flossing, and regular check-ups), crowns can last many years, often over a decade. If you grind your teeth at night, wearing a night guard will help extend its life even further.
No, your tooth will be fully numbed before we begin. Most patients find the process very similar to having a filling, just spread across two visits. Any mild sensitivity afterwards usually settles quickly.
A porcelain crown at Thornley Park Dental is £950. If your tooth needs extra support underneath, a post core is £180 to £220. We confirm the full cost at your consultation (£90, including clinical photos, X-rays and a scan) and before any treatment begins. See our fee guide for all our prices.
Not always. A root canal is only needed if the nerve inside the tooth is infected or badly damaged. If you have had root canal treatment, we often recommend a crown afterwards, because a tooth without a living nerve can be more brittle and a crown helps to protect it. Your dentist will check with an X-ray and advise you.
Keep the crown safe and avoid chewing on that side. Temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can cover the gap in the meantime, but please don’t use superglue. Call us on 0161 336 8036 and we’ll advise you and book you in; our emergency dental care page has more detail. If you have swelling that is spreading to your eye or neck, difficulty breathing or swallowing, call 999 or go to A&E.
a week ago
Very friendly staff, particularly Sharon, the dentist. She explained everything as the checks were being done in a very professional and relaxing manner, creating a very nice atmosphere.
a week ago
OMG! Sharan never fails to put me at ease during treatment, and I’m the worst patient ever. Absolutely wouldn’t go anywhere else. Thank you and all your lovely staff.
a week ago
Great service as ever from everyone at Thornley Park Dental. This visit was my regular appointment with Sharan, and as ever, she was brilliant.
a week ago
A fantastic team at a great dentist. From the reception staff, the Dentist, the Hygienist and all the staff that work here, I can’t praise them enough. Thank you for both looking after my teeth and oral hygiene, and also a big thank you for being a friendly practice.
a week ago
The staff were very friendly, and the dentist was very pleasant and informative.
a week ago
Very friendly staff, particularly Sharon, the dentist. She explained everything as the checks were being done in a very professional and relaxing manner, creating a very nice atmosphere.
a week ago
OMG! Sharan never fails to put me at ease during treatment, and I’m the worst patient ever. Absolutely wouldn’t go anywhere else. Thank you and all your lovely staff.
a week ago
Great service as ever from everyone at Thornley Park Dental. This visit was my regular appointment with Sharan, and as ever, she was brilliant.
a week ago
A fantastic team at a great dentist. From the reception staff, the Dentist, the Hygienist and all the staff that work here, I can’t praise them enough. Thank you for both looking after my teeth and oral hygiene, and also a big thank you for being a friendly practice.
a week ago
The staff were very friendly, and the dentist was very pleasant and informative.
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