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crown

noun/kraʊn/

A2CEFR level
15/100Rarity: common
TechnicalRegister

A custom-made cap that covers the whole visible portion of a tooth to restore its shape, strength and appearance.

Because so much of the tooth has broken away, a crown will protect what remains and stop it splitting.

Similar: cap

Topic: Dentistry in Medical English

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