Real porcelain crown cases from Dr. Martenson and Dr. Ma — front-tooth restorations, single-tooth implant replacements, and full-arch rehabilitation. Drag the slider on any case below to see the before and after.
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The patient's front central tooth had a poor restoration — it didn't look natural and wasn't contoured to match the gumline of the surrounding teeth. Replaced with an all-porcelain crown (no metal), now contoured to match the rest of the gumline and shaded to blend seamlessly with the patient's natural teeth.
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The patient needed a single-tooth replacement for one upper central incisor. We restored both smile and function with a single dental implant and an all-porcelain crown (cap) that fits securely over the implant for a permanent, natural-looking result.
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Significant tooth loss had affected the patient's chewing function, facial tissue support, and smile confidence. A combination of implants, porcelain crowns, and prosthetic work restored the smile to a natural-looking, fully functional result.
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The patient needed upper and lower arch rehabilitation. A great smile, restored chewing function, and proper facial tissue support — achieved with an upper denture supported by implants, plus lower implants and porcelain crowns.
Most porcelain crown cases follow the same four-step path — whether we're replacing one tooth or rebuilding a full arch.
Digital impressions and X-rays let us evaluate the tooth, plan the contour, and preview the final shape before any preparation begins.
We gently shape the tooth so the crown can fit precisely. For implant cases, we work with the abutment instead — no underlying tooth is involved.
Your crown is custom-milled (often the same day via CEREC) or hand-built by our master ceramist — shaded to match the rest of your teeth.
We seat the crown, check the bite, and polish to a natural luster. You walk out with a result that looks and feels like your own tooth.
Book a complimentary restorative consultation. We'll evaluate the tooth, walk through whether a porcelain crown, onlay, or implant is the best fit, and put together a plan tailored to your goals.
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