Crowns and Bridges

About Crowns Bridges:
Crowns and Bridges in Chatswood are effective restorative treatments that help strengthen damaged teeth and replace missing ones, restoring both function and appearance.
A dental crown, also called a cap, is a custom-made restoration that completely covers a tooth. It replaces the outer layer of enamel with durable material shaped and sized to match your natural teeth. Crowns not only look natural but also function like a regular tooth, allowing you to chew comfortably. Depending on the material chosen, a crown can blend seamlessly with your smile.
A dental bridge is a fixed partial denture that fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth. It is securely attached to the surrounding natural teeth and uses a false tooth (or teeth) to restore your bite and improve your smile.
At our dental clinic in Chatswood, we provide high-quality crowns and bridges designed for strength, comfort, and a natural look, helping you maintain a healthy and confident smile.
Benefits:
- Offer a natural-looking solution for tooth loss.
- Restore chewing and speech function (missing teeth can make it difficult to eat or speak properly).
- Prevent neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap left behind by missing teeth.
Your Sunrise Dental Chatswood Principal Dentist
Dr William Yiu
Dr William Yiu graduated with degrees in Bachelor of Medical Science from UNSW and Doctor of Dental Surgery from Melbourne University, and most recently Graduate Diploma of Dental Implantology. He is fluent in both Mandarin and Cantonese.
His vision is to provide cost effective, comprehensive and individualised dental treatment for his patients. With his caring and gentle nature, he treats everyone to the highest of standards. He is readily able to connect with new patients from different ethnic backgrounds. He has worked as a dental officer at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of the first university affiliated hospital and has gained extensive experience in oral surgery – this includes the removal of wisdom teeth and implant placement therapy.

General FAQs
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that covers the entire visible part of a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. Crowns are needed for teeth that are decayed, cracked, worn down, or weakened, to protect a tooth after a root canal, or to support a dental implant. They are also used to cover misshapen or discolored teeth and restore normal function.
A dental bridge is a prosthetic device that replaces one or more missing teeth. It consists of artificial teeth (pontics) anchored to dental crowns on the adjacent natural teeth (called abutments), effectively “bridging” the gap. A bridge restores both the appearance and function of your teeth, helping you eat, speak, and smile confidently.
Dental crowns and bridges typically last 5 to 15 years, but with excellent oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups, they can last decades. Longevity depends on factors such as the material used, the location in the mouth, and your personal dental care habits.
No, crowns and bridges are usually not painful because the area is numbed with local anesthetic before the procedure. You may feel pressure or vibration, but not pain during treatment. Mild soreness or sensitivity can occur for a few days afterward, but this typically subsides on its own.
To keep crowns and bridges in good condition, brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and floss once daily, using a floss threader for bridges. Avoid biting hard foods like ice or nuts, and limit sticky foods such as caramel to prevent damage. Regular dental check-ups and professional cleanings help ensure your crowns and bridges last as long as possible.