A crown is sometimes termed a "cap" or "jacket." A crown will restore a large filling or a cracked tooth to its original size, shape and tooth color. A crown may be recommended after root canal therapy has been completed, as the tooth tends to become brittle and is more likely to fracture. A crown can strengthen and protect the remaining tooth structure and improves the appearance of your teeth.

A root canal may be needed if the decay has reached the tooth's nerve. Essentially, a root canal involves cleaning out a tooth's infected root, then filling and sealing the canal.

Crown lengthening is a surgical procedure that uses a laser to re-contour the gum tissue. Crown lengthening can be performed on "gummy" smiles or when a tooth needs a crown but there is not enough healthy tooth above the gums.

If there is not enough tooth structure left for retention after your root canal procedure to support a crown, a post will be placed down the tooth root. Then a crown buildup will be made and placed around the post.

An incorrect bite may be the cause due to constant cranial muscle strain. Headaches from dental stress are a type of muscle tension headache.

An incorrect bite may be the cause due to constant cranial muscle strain. Headaches from dental stress are a type of muscle tension headache.