Dental Crowns
Dental Crowns at Safety Bay Dental
Overly filled or ageing teeth are prone to leakage or fracturing that can ultimately result in their loss.
Crowns placed on these teeth at the right time, can secure these teeth for decades. Sometimes the crowns may need minor repairs or re-cementing over time but it is rare that a crown will fracture and it is impossible for the material that the crown is made of to otherwise breakdown.
There are many types of crowns with different costs, strengths and cosmetics; so you will need to speak to your dentist to explore all of the options that might be available to you.
- How necessary is the crown?
- Which type best suits your requirements?
- What possible complications could there be?
- What is the cost likely to be?
These are all questions we will try to answer for you and as always, tailor a plan that is specific to your particular circumstances.
Dental Crowns Treatment Considerations
| Consideration | What Our Dentist May Assess | How It May Affect Treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Factors | We’ll check how much healthy tooth structure remains, whether there are cracks or decay, the size of any existing fillings, your bite and whether the tooth has previously had root canal treatment. | This helps us decide whether a crown is suitable or whether a filling or repair may still be enough. |
| Urgency | We’ll look for problems such as a cracked tooth, pain, recurrent decay or a large filling that has broken or come loose. | Some crowns can be planned ahead, while a painful or badly weakened tooth may need earlier treatment or temporary protection. |
| Tooth Restorability | We’ll assess whether the remaining tooth and root are strong enough to support a crown. | If the tooth can be restored, a crown may help protect it. If the nerve inside the tooth is infected or badly damaged, root canal treatment may need to be completed first. |
| Appointment Sequence | We’ll determine whether the tooth needs any treatment before it is prepared for the crown and what type of crown is being used. | Treatment may involve preparing the tooth, taking a scan or impression, placing a temporary crown if needed, and then fitting the final crown at a later appointment. |
| Cost Variables | Costs can vary depending on the crown material, laboratory work, the amount of tooth rebuilding required and whether other treatment is needed first. | After examining the tooth, we can explain the treatment sequence and provide a personalised estimate. |
We Proudly Serve Patients From Across These Locations
Clinic Hours
Monday |
8:30 – 6:00 |
Tuesday |
8:30 – 5:00 |
Wednesday |
8:30 – 5:00 |
Thursday |
8:30 – 5:00 |
Friday |
8:30 – 3:00 |
Saturday |
8:30 – 1:00 |
Sunday |
Closed |