At Radiant Smiles Dental Bundoora, we provide custom crowns and bridges to restore damaged or missing teeth. Treatment may help restore tooth function, support remaining tooth structure and replace missing teeth where clinically appropriate.
If you have a damaged or missing tooth, a crown or bridge may be one treatment option to consider. Missing teeth can allow neighbouring teeth to move over time, while untreated decay or structural damage may lead to further dental problems.
At Radiant Smiles Dental Bundoora, we provide custom crowns and bridges to restore damaged teeth or replace missing teeth. Our dental team will assess your teeth, gums and bite and discuss the treatment options that may be suitable for your individual needs.
Book your consultation to discuss whether a crown or bridge may be suitable for your tooth replacement or restorative needs.
You may be considered for a dental crown if you have:
A dental crown is usually completed over more than one appointment, although the exact process and treatment time vary depending on the tooth and restoration required. Local anaesthetic may be used before the tooth is prepared. An impression or digital scan is then taken so the crown can be fabricated to fit the prepared tooth.
For front teeth, additional shade matching may be recommended where appropriate. A temporary crown may be placed while the final restoration is being made. At the fitting appointment, the dentist will assess the crown’s fit, bite and appearance and make adjustments where required before it is bonded or cemented into place.
A dental crown, also known as a cap, is a restoration placed over a damaged or weakened tooth. A crown may be considered after root canal treatment, where a large filling has deteriorated, where there is extensive decay or tooth wear, or as the restoration attached to a dental implant.
Crowns may be made from porcelain, ceramic, zirconia, gold or porcelain-fused-to-metal, depending on the tooth, bite and treatment requirements. Your dentist can explain the advantages, limitations and maintenance considerations of the available materials.
A dental bridge is a fixed restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth supported by crowns on adjacent teeth or by dental implants, depending on the treatment plan.
Bridges may be considered where a fixed tooth replacement option is appropriate. Your dentist will assess the missing-tooth area, supporting teeth, bite and oral health before discussing whether a conventional or implant-supported bridge may be suitable.
A bridge may be considered if you:
The procedure begins with an examination and imaging where appropriate to assess the teeth, gums, bite and proposed bridge area. Your dentist will then discuss the bridge options that may be suitable for your individual circumstances.
Where a conventional bridge is planned, the supporting teeth are prepared under local anaesthetic and impressions or digital scans are taken. A temporary bridge may be placed while the final restoration is being fabricated.
When the bridge is ready, the dentist will assess its fit, bite and appearance. Adjustments may be made where required before the bridge is bonded or cemented into place.
Daily brushing and cleaning between the teeth can help maintain crowns and bridges and the natural teeth supporting them. While restorative materials do not decay, the natural tooth structure underneath or around them can still be affected by dental decay or gum disease.
Dental examinations allow your dentist to monitor the condition of your crowns, bridges and supporting teeth. The recommended recall interval depends on your individual oral health and risk factors.
For bridges, your dentist may recommend floss threaders, interdental brushes or other cleaning aids to help clean beneath the restoration. Maintaining good oral hygiene can help reduce the risk of decay and gum disease around crowns, bridges and supporting teeth.
The lifespan of a crown or bridge varies between patients and restorations. Factors such as the material used, location in the mouth, bite forces, teeth grinding, oral hygiene and the condition of the supporting teeth can influence longevity. Crowns and bridges may require repair or replacement over time.
Local anaesthetic is commonly used during tooth preparation. Some patients may experience sensitivity, soreness or discomfort during or after treatment, and the amount experienced varies depending on the tooth and procedure performed.
Crowns and bridges can be made using tooth-coloured materials, and the shade, shape and size can be planned with reference to the surrounding teeth. The final appearance varies depending on the material, tooth position and individual clinical circumstances.
If local anaesthetic has been used, it is generally advisable to wait until numbness has worn off before eating to reduce the risk of biting your cheek, lip or tongue. Your dentist may also recommend avoiding hard or sticky foods for a period after treatment depending on the restoration placed.
Yes. Patients from surrounding suburbs attend our clinic for restorative dental care, including crowns and bridges where appropriate. We regularly see patients from Bundoora, Reservoir, Greensborough, Watsonia, Macleod, Rosanna, Mill Park, Thomastown, Lalor and Eltham for restorative dental treatments including crowns and bridges.
If you have a damaged or missing tooth and would like to know whether a crown or bridge may be appropriate, contact our Bundoora dental team to arrange an assessment and discuss your treatment options.
At Radiant Smiles Dental Bundoora, we want your visit to be a pleasant experience. Our friendly team provides general, preventive, restorative, emergency and cosmetic dental care for patients in Bundoora and surrounding suburbs.
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