What exactly are dental caps?

Question

I always hear people say they will get their teeth capped, what is this? and is it the same as getting crowns? Thank you,

Answer 1

Dental crowns, also referred to as "dental caps" or "tooth caps," are dental restorations that cover over and encase the tooth on which they are cemented. Dentists make use of dental crowns when need to rebuild broken or decayed teeth, strengthen teeth, or improve the cosmetic appearance of a tooth.