Dental Crowns
Sometimes a tooth just needs a little extra backup.
A dental crown is a custom-made cover that fits over a tooth to restore its strength, function, and appearance. It's commonly recommended when a tooth has been weakened by damage, wear, a large filling, or root canal treatment. Designed to blend naturally with your smile, a crown helps protect what's left of the tooth while allowing you to eat, laugh, and get on with life as usual.
How Does It Work?
Crown treatment is usually completed over two appointments. At your first visit, we'll gently numb the area and carefully prepare the tooth so your new crown fits just right. We then take a digital scan to create a crown that's custom-made for your smile. While your final crown is being crafted, we'll place a temporary crown to keep everything protected.
At your second appointment, we'll fit your permanent crown, make any final adjustments, and securely bond it into place.
Why Might You Need a Crown?
A crown can help:
✨ Strengthen a weakened tooth
✨ Protect a tooth after a large filling or root canal
✨ Restore shape, function, and appearance
✨ Make chewing comfortable again
✨ Help preserve your natural tooth for longer
Why Timing Matters
A weakened tooth doesn't get stronger by waiting.
Without the protection of a crown, it may continue to crack, wear down, or become more damaged over time. What starts as a small issue can sometimes turn into a much bigger one. Getting a crown at the right time can help prevent:
Tooth fractures
Pain or sensitivity
Infection
More complex treatment down the track
In some cases, tooth loss
What to Expect
Your treatment is completed under local anaesthetic, so you'll stay comfortable throughout the procedure. Once fitted, your crown should feel natural, function like a normal tooth, and blend seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
A little protection now can save a lot of trouble later.