Crowns are tooth shaped caps, which are placed on broken down teeth in order to create perfect function and aesthetics. Below is a brief walkthrough explaining what dental crowns are:

 

In dentistry, a crown refers to the upper part of a tooth protruding from the gingiva. On the other hand, the term dental crown stands for a type of dental restoration, which completely caps a tooth or implant. Crowns are often used to restore the health of a tooth that is threatened for example by a large cavity or damaged by accident.