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A crown covers an existing tooth, while a bridge replaces one or more missing teeth. The dentist should first check the tooth or gap, gum health, bite and available support, then compare fillings, onlays, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures and no treatment where relevant.
$50 deposit required at the time of booking.
Crowns and bridges are related restorations, but they solve different problems and involve different effects on the supporting teeth.
A custom covering placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore shape, support and function.
A fixed replacement for a missing tooth or teeth, supported by natural teeth, implants or another bridge design.
A filling, onlay, root canal treatment, extraction or monitoring may be more suitable depending on the tooth.
An implant, removable partial denture, resin-bonded bridge, space closure or no replacement may be discussed.
The dentist should explain why a crown is recommended and whether a more conservative or different treatment is suitable.
May preserve more natural tooth when the defect is smaller and enough support remains.
May be considered for a cracked, heavily restored, weakened or root-treated tooth.
May be needed first if the pulp is irreversibly inflamed or infected and the tooth is restorable.
May be discussed if the tooth cannot be predictably restored or supported.
The exact workflow depends on the tooth, material and whether a selected same-day or laboratory-made crown is suitable.
The tooth is shaped where required, and an impression or digital scan records the preparation, neighbouring teeth and bite.
Selected CEREC crowns may be produced in one visit. Other crowns involve a temporary restoration and laboratory stage.
The dentist checks fit, contact, shape and bite before cementing or bonding the crown and explaining aftercare.
A missing tooth does not have one automatic replacement. Each pathway has different treatment stages, risks and maintenance.
Fixed in place and commonly supported by prepared teeth on each side of the gap.
A more conservative fixed design for selected spaces, often involving a front tooth.
Supports a crown without preparing neighbouring teeth, but requires surgery and healing time.
A removable option—or leaving the space—may be reasonable after the effects are explained.
The bridge must be planned around the gap and the teeth or implants carrying the load—not just the appearance of the missing tooth.
Decay, cracks, existing fillings, root treatment and remaining support affect whether adjacent teeth can carry a bridge.
Inflammation, periodontal support and the shape of the missing-tooth ridge influence planning and cleaning.
The number and position of missing teeth and the direction of chewing forces affect design and prognosis.
A conventional bridge generally requires preparation of supporting natural teeth, including healthy tooth structure.
The design must allow daily cleaning under the replacement tooth and around each supporting tooth.
Implants, removable dentures, resin-bonded designs and no replacement should be considered before consent.
The natural teeth beneath and beside the restoration remain vulnerable to decay, gum disease, fracture and bite-related problems.
Crown and conventional bridge preparation removes natural tooth structure and may be irreversible.
The supporting teeth can still develop decay at the margins or inflammation around the gums.
The restoration, cement or supporting tooth can fail and may require repair or replacement.
Bridge units are joined, so floss threaders, superfloss or interdental brushes may be needed beneath them.
A crown or bridge can function for many years, but there is no fixed lifespan. The supporting teeth, gums, bite and cleaning all affect maintenance.
A crown or bridge can loosen, chip, fracture or fail because of decay, cement failure, gum problems or damage to a supporting tooth.
Fees depend on the number of units, material, records, temporary stages, laboratory or CEREC workflow and any treatment needed first.
A useful consultation should explain the diagnosis, effect on natural teeth, treatment stages, alternatives and likely ongoing maintenance.
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These pages explain treatments that may be discussed before a crown or bridge is selected.
A crown covers and protects an existing tooth. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with joined replacement teeth supported by natural teeth, dental implants or another bridge design.
A crown may be discussed when a tooth is cracked, heavily restored, badly decayed, weakened after root canal treatment or missing too much structure for a direct filling. A filling or onlay may preserve more natural tooth where suitable.
Not always. The need for a crown depends on the tooth, remaining structure, crack risk, bite forces and the size of the access restoration. Back teeth often need greater protection, but the dentist should assess the individual tooth.
There is no fixed lifespan. Longevity varies with the supporting teeth, restoration design, bite, grinding, cleaning, diet and decay risk. Crowns and bridges can loosen, chip, fracture or require replacement over time.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and clean beneath the replacement tooth every day. Your dentist may recommend superfloss, a floss threader, interdental brushes or another aid that suits the bridge.
Depending on the gap and your health, alternatives may include a dental implant, removable partial denture, resin-bonded bridge, orthodontic space closure or leaving the space untreated. Each option has different benefits, risks and costs.
Fees and appointment numbers depend on the tooth or gap, number of units, material, scans or impressions, temporary stages and any treatment needed first. Selected CEREC crowns may be suitable for a same-day workflow, while laboratory crowns and bridges usually need more than one visit.
This information is general and does not replace professional dental advice. Crown and bridge suitability depends on the diagnosis, remaining tooth structure, pulp and root health, gums, bite, supporting teeth, cleaning access and individual health factors.
Tooth preparation may be irreversible. Crowns and bridges can loosen, chip, fracture, develop decay at the margins or require repair and replacement. Relevant risks, alternatives, fees and maintenance should be explained before treatment.
Book a consultation to compare fillings, onlays, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures and other suitable pathways before treatment begins.
$50 deposit required at the time of booking.