Crown & Bridges
Restore damaged or missing teeth with natural-looking crowns and bridges for a stronger, confident smile.
Restore damaged or missing teeth with natural-looking crowns and bridges for a stronger, confident smile.
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers and strengthens a damaged tooth. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring natural-looking replacements to the teeth beside the gap. Both are made to match your own teeth in shape, size and shade.
Crowns and bridges are recommended when a tooth is too damaged for a simple filling, or when a missing tooth leaves a gap. You may benefit if you have:
When too little natural tooth is left to hold a filling securely.
A crown holds a cracked tooth together and stops the crack from spreading.
Root-treated back teeth can turn brittle — a crown protects them from fracture.
Teeth worn down by grinding or irregular in shape can be rebuilt to their natural form.
A bridge fills the gap so you chew evenly and neighbouring teeth don’t drift.
Dark, chipped or poorly fitting crowns and bridges replaced with natural-looking ones.
A crown covers a damaged tooth that still has a healthy root, restoring its full shape, strength and appearance.
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by attaching a replacement tooth to crowns on the teeth either side of the gap. Your dentist will recommend the right option after examining your teeth, gums and bite.
The best choice depends on where the tooth is, how much it shows, your bite and your budget. Your dentist will help you choose from options such as:
Very strong and tooth-coloured — well suited to back teeth that take heavy chewing forces.
All-ceramic crowns with natural translucency, ideal for front teeth and visible areas.
A metal base for strength with a tooth-coloured porcelain outer layer.
Extremely durable and gentle on opposing teeth, usually chosen for back teeth.
A replacement tooth held in place by crowns on the teeth either side of the gap.
Supported from one side only, when there is a healthy tooth on just one side of the gap.
A conservative option bonded to the back of neighbouring teeth, often for front teeth.
Anchored on dental implants instead of natural teeth, so neighbours stay untouched.
Every crown and bridge is made for you — here’s what to expect at each step, so there are no surprises.
Your dentist examines the tooth, roots and gums, takes X-rays and explains whether a crown, bridge or another option suits you.
Under local anaesthesia, the tooth — or the anchor teeth for a bridge — is gently reshaped to make room for the restoration.
A precise scan or impression is taken and the shade is matched to your natural teeth for a seamless result.
A temporary crown or bridge protects your tooth and keeps you smiling while the final one is crafted.
Your final crown or bridge is checked for fit, bite and colour, adjusted if needed, then permanently cemented.
Simple home care, cleaning under the bridge and regular check-ups help your restoration last for years.
How many visits? Most crowns and bridges need two visits — one to prepare the tooth and take a scan, and one to fit the final restoration once it’s made. Your dentist will confirm the timeline for your case.
A well-made crown or bridge looks, feels and works like a natural tooth — so you can eat, speak and smile without thinking twice.
Bite into your favourite foods without worrying about a weak tooth.
A crown shields what’s left of the tooth from further breakage.
A bridge stops neighbouring teeth drifting into the gap.
Shape and shade matched to your surrounding teeth.
Replacing missing front teeth supports natural pronunciation.
Cemented in place — nothing to remove or soak overnight.
Digital scans and smile design in a calm, comfortable clinic.
Experienced dentists who explain every option honestly.
Strict sterilisation and infection-control protocols at every visit.
A plan built around your goals, budget and schedule.
Can’t find your answer? Our team is happy to talk you through it.
The tooth is numbed with local anaesthesia, so preparation should feel comfortable. Some sensitivity or gum tenderness for a few days afterwards is normal and usually settles on its own.
With good brushing, flossing and regular check-ups, crowns and bridges can last many years. Habits like grinding, chewing ice or opening packets with your teeth can shorten their life.
Yes. Tooth-coloured ceramics such as zirconia and E.max are shade-matched to your neighbouring teeth, so your crown or bridge blends in with your smile.
A bridge uses the teeth either side of the gap for support, while an implant replaces the root and stands on its own. Your dentist will explain which suits your teeth, bone and budget.
Brush twice a day and clean under the replacement tooth daily with a floss threader, interdental brush or water flosser. Regular check-ups keep the supporting teeth and gums healthy.
Cost depends on the material chosen and the number of teeth involved. After your consultation you’ll receive a clear estimate for each option.
Book a consultation to find out whether a crown, a bridge or another option is right for you — with a clear plan and estimate, and no pressure to start.
