{"id":3182,"date":"2026-10-21T21:58:07","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T21:58:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/how-crowns-changed-over-time\/"},"modified":"2026-10-21T21:58:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T21:58:07","slug":"how-crowns-changed-over-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/how-crowns-changed-over-time\/","title":{"rendered":"A Royal Evolution: How Crowns Changed Over Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/how-crowns-changed-over-time-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Dental crowns on a black background\" class=\"wp-image-3181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/how-crowns-changed-over-time-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/how-crowns-changed-over-time-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/how-crowns-changed-over-time.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a tooth has sustained significant damage or decay, a filling oftentimes isn\u2019t enough to restore the structure back to its former glory. Instead, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/dental-crowns.html\">a dental crown<\/a> will be placed over it to give you back the function and appearance. While they are effective today, they weren\u2019t always like this. This restoration has evolved over the years, so here\u2019s a quick look at the history of this treatment.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In the Beginning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The earliest dental crowns are still a mystery, but there has been the most evidence of them being developed around 200 AD. The group that created these first iterations around this time were the Etruscans. They made this restoration out of gold, bone, ivory, and even human teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These rudimentary options were oftentimes strictly aesthetic. They weren\u2019t entirely functional, so many saw them as a status symbol. For instance, having a gold crown meant that someone had people prepare soft breads and easy-to-chew foods for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jumping Toward the 20th Century<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It wasn\u2019t until 1905 that ceramic was used for crowns. Charles H. Land developed one, known as a jacket crown. This restoration fit over the tooth like a coat, but the structure was still prone to damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later in the 1900s, porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns debuted. They offered reliable strength that still looks realistic. Around 1984, a ceramic and glass combo was made. These options were starting to resemble their modern counterparts, and certain offices might still offer them today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restoring Teeth Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the decades, the materials used for crowns were perfected and designed for dental prosthetics. Metal, porcelain, and zirconium are regularly used, and they each offer an effective solution for severe damage and decay. Many providers stick to metal-free restorations, as they can last for up to 15 years with proper care while blending into your smile seamlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, while dental crowns are great solutions for your oral health, they have come a long way to benefit you today. They are a durable way to get back a comfortable bite and get good use of the tooth for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/meet-dr-caleb-goodman.html\">Dr. Caleb Goodman<\/a><strong> <\/strong>earned his dental degree from Midwestern University. He is dedicated to helping patients in Goodyear restore their smiles with effective solutions like crowns. By using high-quality materials, you can get back a strong bite with natural-looking restorations. If you want to learn more about how this treatment can benefit you, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/contact.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> by calling his office at <a href=\"tel:+16239258822\" class=\"pho\">623-925-8822<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When a tooth has sustained significant damage or decay, a filling oftentimes isn\u2019t enough to restore the structure back to its former glory. Instead, a dental crown will be placed over it to give you back the function and appearance. While they are effective today, they weren\u2019t always like this. This restoration has evolved over the years, so here\u2019s a quick look at the history of this treatment. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalgoodyear.com\/blog\/how-crowns-changed-over-time\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3182","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Recounting the History of Dental Crowns | Goodman Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dental crowns have a long history behind them that allows them to be a reliable solution today. 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