Crowns.
Strengthening and protecting your tooth.
When a tooth has been significantly weakened, damaged or worn, a crown can help restore its strength, shape and function.
At Claremont Dental, we'll first assess the condition of your tooth and talk you through the options available, so you understand why a crown may be recommended and whether it's the right solution for you.
What is a dental crown?
A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that fits over a tooth to help protect and restore it.
Crowns can be used when a tooth has lost significant structure through decay, damage, wear or previous treatment, helping restore its shape, strength and ability to function normally.
Is it right for you?
A crown may be considered when a tooth is too damaged or weakened to be reliably restored with a filling or smaller restoration.
Your dentist will assess the remaining tooth structure, your bite and your overall dental health before recommending a crown.
Sometimes a crown is the right answer. Sometimes it isn't.
Our approach
Give a weakened tooth the support it needs.
We don't believe a crown should be recommended simply because a tooth has been damaged.
We'll look at the condition of the tooth and consider whether it can be restored in a more conservative way. If a crown is appropriate, we'll explain why and discuss the options with you.
The goal is a restoration that protects the tooth and works comfortably as part of your natural smile.
What to expect
Your appointment will begin with an assessment of the tooth and, where appropriate, X-rays or other diagnostic information.
If a crown is recommended, the tooth is carefully prepared before measurements or digital scans are taken to create your custom restoration.
Once your crown is ready, we'll fit it, check your bite and make sure everything feels comfortable and natural.
We'll also explain how to look after your crown and your surrounding teeth for the long term.
Your questions answered
Why might I need a crown?
Crowns can be used to restore teeth that have become significantly weakened through decay, cracks, wear or previous dental treatment. Your dentist will assess whether a crown is appropriate for your particular tooth.
How long does a crown last?
A crown can provide many years of service, although its lifespan depends on factors including the tooth, your bite, oral hygiene and how you care for it. Regular check-ups allow us to monitor your crown over time.
Is getting a crown painful?
The tooth is generally treated using local anaesthetic to keep you comfortable. We'll explain each stage of the treatment and make sure you're comfortable throughout.
Will my crown look like a natural tooth?
Crowns are custom-made to fit your tooth and blend naturally with your smile. We'll consider the shape, colour and appearance of the restoration as part of the planning process.
Health funds
Claremont Dental accepts a wide range of major health funds.
Your level of cover will depend on your individual policy, so we recommend checking your available benefits before treatment.
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Inlays & Onlays
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Give your tooth
the support it needs.
If you're concerned about a damaged or weakened tooth, we're here to help you understand what's happening and whether a crown is the right option for you.