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Crowns, Bridges and Veneers

If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, we can help you choose the best solution. Crowns and bridges are custom-fitted tooth prosthetics that function and look like natural, healthy teeth. Veneers are a less invasive alternative, but may only be a solution for those with slight tooth damage or discolouration. These thin porcelain or resin shells come in customisable colours and are bonded to the surface of your teeth.

 

Crowns

A crown, otherwise known as a cap, is custom-fitted to your bite and is placed over your natural tooth or dental implant. We recommend this procedure for those who have an intact tooth without root decay. The tooth may be damaged or decayed on the surface.

Procedure:

  1. We will reduce the problematic tooth for a proper crown fit

  2. An impression will be taken of your bite for crown fabrication

  3. The colour of porcelain prosthetics is then be customised

  4. We will fit you with a temporary crown until your permanent one is made

  5. You will come in again for permanent crown fitting

For more information on Crowns, contact us on 9969 4756 to speak to one of our trusted nurses or to book an appointment. 

 

Bridges

To replace a missing tooth that has neighbouring teeth with decay and/or large fillings, or a tooth that has been missing for a long time (i.e., with gum recession around the area), we recommend bridges as opposed to dental implants.

Types of Bridges:

  • Traditional — Caps are bonded over teeth that lie on either side of the missing one
  • Cantilever — Cap is bonded over a single tooth next to the missing one
  • Resin-bonded — Porcelain or plastic teeth with gums that are supported by metal “wings”
  • A bridge can be considered when implant placement is impossible due to lack of bone

For more information on Bridges, contact us on 9969 4756 to speak to one of our trusted nurses or to book an appointment. 

 

Veneers

If you’re looking to cosmetically correct or enhance the appearance of one or more teeth, we suggest veneers. They are very thin, porcelain or resin shells that you can customize in color and shape. They are non-invasive and are resistant to future stains.

Common uses for veneers:

  • Chipped or broken teeth
  • Misshapen or irregular teeth
  • Teeth that do not respond to traditional whitening treatments

For more information on Veneers, contact us on 9969 4756 to speak to one of our trusted nurses or to book an appointment.