Crowns and Bridges
Dental Crowns and Bridges in Chatswood
Crowns and Bridges in Chatswood are long-lasting restorative dental treatments designed to strengthen damaged teeth, replace missing teeth, and restore your smile’s function and aesthetics. Whether you have a weakened tooth, a chipped tooth, or a gap caused by tooth loss, these restorations provide reliable support and a natural-looking result that blends seamlessly with your existing teeth.
Dental crowns and bridges are commonly recommended when a tooth cannot be restored with a simple filling but can still be preserved or functionally replaced. These treatments focus on restoring strength, stability, and normal chewing function rather than cosmetic enhancement alone.
At our dental clinic in Chatswood, we provide high-quality custom crowns and bridges using advanced materials and precise digital techniques. Our goal is to enhance your comfort, improve functionality, and help you maintain a healthy, confident smile.
Our approach prioritises conservative dentistry, meaning crowns and bridges are only recommended when clinically appropriate and after a thorough assessment of your overall oral health.
What Are Dental Crowns?
A dental crown (often called a “cap”) is a custom-made restoration that covers and protects a tooth. Crowns are recommended when a tooth is:
- Cracked or fractured
- Severely worn down
- Weakened due to decay or large fillings
- Treated with root canal therapy
- Misshapen or discoloured
A crown acts as a strong, protective layer that restores the tooth’s shape, size, and appearance. Made from durable materials such as porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia, dental crowns are designed to look natural and function like your original tooth. They allow you to chew comfortably and smile with confidence.
In simple terms, a dental crown works like a protective shell that holds a weakened tooth together and allows it to function normally again. Crowns are custom-shaped to match your bite, helping distribute chewing forces evenly and reduce the risk of further damage.
What Are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge is a fixed solution used to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of a false tooth (pontic) supported by crowns placed on the natural teeth beside the gap. Bridges help restore your bite, improve chewing ability, and prevent issues caused by missing teeth including shifting, bite misalignment, and jaw discomfort.
Bridges are ideal for patients who want a stable and long-lasting alternative to partial dentures, offering a comfortable and natural-looking replacement for missing teeth.
Dental bridges are typically recommended when the teeth on either side of the missing tooth are healthy enough to support crowns. They are not removable and function similarly to natural teeth in everyday activities such as eating and speaking.
Benefits of Crowns and Bridges
- Natural-looking appearance that blends with your existing teeth
- Restores chewing, biting, and speech function
- Reinforces weakened or damaged teeth
- Prevents neighbouring teeth from shifting into empty spaces
- Helps restore proper alignment and bite stability
- Long-lasting, durable, and comfortable
- Improves overall oral health and prevents future complications
- These restorations play an essential role in rebuilding the function and aesthetics of your smile.
- From a long-term oral health perspective, crowns and bridges help preserve jaw alignment and reduce uneven wear on surrounding teeth, which can otherwise lead to discomfort or further dental treatment over time.
Our Crowns & Bridges Process in Chatswood
We take a personalised approach to ensure your restoration fits comfortably and looks natural. The treatment typically includes:
- Comprehensive examination and digital imaging
- Preparation of the tooth/teeth for crown placement
- Precise digital or traditional impressions
- Placement of a temporary crown or bridge (if needed)
- Fabrication of your custom restoration using high-quality materials
- Final fitting and bonding for a secure, long-lasting result
Our dentists focus on creating restorations that not only enhance aesthetics but also improve overall oral function and long-term dental health.
The exact number of appointments and treatment steps may vary depending on the condition of the tooth, bite alignment, and whether additional care (such as root canal therapy) is required beforehand.
Long-Term Care for Crowns and Bridges
Maintaining your restorations ensures they last for many years. We recommend:
- Brushing and flossing daily
- Avoiding excessively hard or sticky foods
- Wearing a nightguard if you grind your teeth
- Scheduling regular dental check-ups and professional cleans
With proper care, dental crowns and bridges can provide durable, reliable support for your smile.
While crowns and bridges do not decay, the supporting teeth and gums still require regular care. Ongoing dental reviews help detect early signs of wear, gum inflammation, or bite changes to protect both the restoration and surrounding 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.
