Crowns and Bridges in Mount Waverley, VIC
If you’re looking for a practical way to strengthen a tooth, conceal tooth flaws or complete your smile, crowns and bridges in Mount Waverley, VIC may be the solution.
Dr Austin Rhee and Dr William Huynh provide crowns and bridges at Mount Waverley Smiles and will examine your teeth and gums to see if crowns and bridges are a good option for you.
Dental Crowns in Mount Waverley
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers an existing tooth, and it has a variety of different uses. At Mount Waverley Smiles, our dentists rely on local labs to create quality dental crowns just for you.
A dental crown can shore up a fragile tooth that has had a root infection or been subjected to trauma, for example. The tooth crown absorbs the bite force and may help prevent breakage or loss. Additionally, a tooth crown can conceal the following:
- Tooth cracks
- Tooth chips
- Stubborn tooth stains
- Misshapen tooth
- Small gaps between teeth
A dental crown is also the cap that completes a dental implant, and two crowns together can support a dental bridge.
Dr Rhee and Dr Huynh work hard to create or finish crowns that fit your smile and blend in with your natural teeth.
A Dental Bridge to Complete Your Smile
If you have missing teeth, especially a row of missing teeth, a dental bridge acts as a placeholder to fill in your smile and help prevent your natural teeth from shifting.
A dental bridge consists of artificial teeth suspended between two dental crowns. The dental crowns cap the teeth adjacent to your smile gap, allowing the restoration teeth to fill in the space. If adjacent teeth are not as strong as they could be, one of our Mount Waverley dentists may recommend a dental implant to secure your bridge.
A dental implant is a thin screw made of sturdy titanium. This screw is surgically implanted in your jawbone and fuses with the bone over a period of months, taking the place of your missing tooth’s root and, in this case, providing an anchor for your dental bridge in Mount Waverley, VIC.
Our dental bridge teeth in Mount Waverley are designed to look like natural teeth and blend in with your smile.
Caring for Crowns and Bridges
It’s important to maintain a good oral hygiene routine and see your dentist regularly. Remember, restorations will not prevent gum disease or dental infections, which may cause your crown or bridge to fail and compromise your natural teeth.
Ask a member of our dental team for tips to help you get the most out of your crowns and bridges in Mount Waverley, VIC. With proper care and regular exams, your crowns and bridges can last for many years.
If you’re considering crowns and bridges in Mount Waverley, VIC, we invite you to contact our team to arrange an exam.
We serve patients in Mount Waverley, Glen Waverley, Chadstone, Burwood, Oakleigh, Ashwood, Blackburn and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cover that goes over an existing tooth. It is shaped and coloured to blend in with your smile. Our dental crowns in Mount Waverley, VIC are made from quality materials, and our dentist pays attention to the details.
Common Reasons for Dental Crowns
Reasons you may need a tooth crown:
- Root canal or tooth trauma
- Concealment of tooth flaws and discolouration
- Replacement tooth following dental implant placement
- Support for a dental bridge
A root infection or tooth trauma can weaken your tooth. A dental crown in Mount Waverley, VIC creates a buffer between your natural tooth and your bite to prevent breakage and tooth loss.
A dental crown also conceals tooth flaws like chips, cracks, discolouration and minor shape issues.
Following dental implant placement, a dental crown takes the place of your missing tooth by topping your implant.
A dental crown supports a dental bridge by capping healthy teeth on either side of a smile gap and allowing restoration teeth—fitted between the crowns—to complete your smile.
We Welcome You to Contact Our Mount Waverley Dental Clinic
If you have a weak or broken tooth, or if you would like more information about dental crowns, we welcome your call. We want to help you enjoy a comfortable and attractive smile.
A dental crown is a very versatile restoration, as it can conceal dental flaws, protect a weak tooth or restore a damaged tooth. Crowns can also secure a dental bridge, accompany dental implants and much more.
Dr Rhee and our team can place a dental crown in 50 to 90 minutes using modern dentistry technologies and techniques. However, the dental crown process can take two dental visits, from start to finish.
The Dental Crown Procedure
Before creating and placing your custom crown, one of our dentists will review your smile goals and dental needs.
We then take impressions of your teeth so your custom crown looks, feels and functions naturally. We send the impressions to a trusted, local dental lab, where a restoration specialist creates the permanent crown.
Creating the custom crown may take a couple of weeks. In the meantime, we will supply you with a comfortable temporary dental crown until we place the permanent one.
When the permanent crown is complete, we carefully remove decay from the natural tooth and sanitise it, so it's clean and bacteria-free. We then secure the crown in place using dental cement.
Finally, we ensure your new crown matches your smile, making any necessary adjustments at this time. We finish up by polishing the tooth to make it look shiny and new.
We Can Restore Your Teeth with Dental Crowns in Mount Waverley
If you have a broken, decayed or stained tooth, we invite you to arrange an appointment with Dr Rhee at our friendly dental clinic.
Mount Waverley Smiles offers various tooth replacement options for patients of all ages. Our modern dentures and dental bridges are great solutions to tooth loss if a patient doesn’t want or need dental implants.
Dentures and Dental Bridges
Dentures and dental bridges stand the test of time when it comes to restoring a person’s natural bite. Unlike dental implants, dentures and bridges are removable and do not require placement surgery.
Removable complete and partial dentures restore your teeth, appearance and ability to bite, chew and speak. Whether you have complete tooth loss, or you have a few teeth missing, dentures or dental bridges are a viable option.
For patients who want the best of both dentures and implants, we offer implant-retained dentures. This type of denture clips onto the dental implants placed in the jaw.
Dentures can replace a whole row of teeth or a partial row. Likewise, dental bridges close the gap between teeth, completing the patient’s smile. Dentures rest against the gums, while bridges rely upon surrounding natural teeth to remain secure.
Would You Like to Arrange a Consultation?
If you would like to learn more about our tooth replacement solutions, please don’t hesitate to contact our dental clinic today. We can arrange a dental appointment for you, during which Dr Rhee and our team will assess your oral health needs and aesthetic goals.
We look forward to helping restore your smile!
Many patients ask us, 'How long do dental crowns last?' A dental crown has the potential to serve you for around five to fifteen years. With proper home care and routine dental check-ups, the estimate may be exceeded for some people.
Here are some tips on how to promote the longevity of your dental crown.
Caring for Your Dental Crown
You can improve your tooth crown's lifespan by taking a few simple steps at home:
- Consistent brushing and flossing
- Avoiding sticky or chewy foods that could pull your crown off
- Don't chew on ice
- Never open or carry things with your teeth
Visiting your dentist every six months for routine check-ups and cleans also helps protect the health of your crown. Your dentist will take x-rays once each year to check the internal health of your crown. These images allow us to spot potential problems before they become more significant concerns.
Is It Time for Your Next Dental Clean and Check-Up?
We accept new patients at Mount Waverley Smiles!
If it's time to arrange your next dental booking, we welcome your call to your dentist in Mount Waverley on (03) 9888 2523. You can also request an appointment at Mount Waverley Smiles online.
Meet Our Dentists:
Dr Austin Rhee BDSc (Melbourne)
Dentist
Austin graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2004 and has since worked in private practice on the Mornington Peninsula.
Having lived in the Waverley area his entire life, he began Mount Waverley Smiles with his ...
Dr William Huynh BDSc (Melbourne)
Dentist
William graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2004 and is a member of the Australian Dental Association. With over 14 years of experience working in private practice in Hoppers Crossing, William moved to the ...
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