Dental Crown
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- Walk-In Appointments
What’s the process and steps?
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We make sure you are seated in a comfortable position as the dental crown procedure can take from 45 minutes to 60 minutes
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We apply a numbing gel to the area we are going to treat to ensure that any injection will be as pain-free as possible, then place the anaesthetic.
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We reshape your tooth to the ideal proportions to ensure we can create a strong and natural-looking crown.
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We use our intra-oral scanner to take multiple photos of your mouth so we can digitally recreate your tooth to its natural beauty and function
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We make a temporary crown for you to use while we are creating your new crown.
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We glue on your brand new crown, your tooth is now strong, functional and beautiful.
What’s the cost?
What are the payment options
We have HICAPS facilities that allow you to claim immediately from your health fund and take all major credit cards. We provide Afterpay as well as more extensive payment plan options to suit your needs. For more information on payment options contact us.
Why choose us
Frequently Asked Questions
A dental crown is a natural tooth-shaped covering for a tooth that has been weakened. It looks and feels exactly like a natural tooth.
Dental Crowns are an ideal solution for teeth that are weakened by decay or root canal therapy. They can also be used to improve discoloured, crooked teeth or worn down teeth.
Dental Crowns provide strength and protection to weakened worn and broken teeth. They look and feel like a brand new natural tooth.
At Smiles of Ryde Dental Surgery, we provide dental crowns in materials which match the need of your mouth. We have crowns for people who grind heavily, crowns for people who want w
Dental Crowns can develop decay underneath. Just like natural teeth, they need to be cleaned daily with brushing and flossing as well as your regular 6 monthly check-ups with our dentists.
Studies show that dental crowns can last between 5-10 years. With regular care, there is no reason that your dental crown could not last a lifetime, just like natural teeth, they need to be cleaned daily with brushing and flossing as well as your regular 6 monthly check-ups with our dentists.
Just like natural teeth, they need to be cleaned daily with brushing and flossing as well as your regular 6 monthly check-ups with our dentists.
The cost of Dental Crowns varies greatly depending on the size of the crown and the material you have chosen. At Smiles of Ryde dental surgery, we discuss all your options and the pro’s and con’s of each to ensure you have an affordable, cost-effective and long term solution.
Crowns can be made of many materials, at Smiles of Ryde we have an onsite laboratory where we design and fabricate everything. We have all shades of white to match your perfect natural smile and can make your crown out of the perfect material to suit your needs.
There is no long term alternative to a crown. However during the root canal therapy process when your tooth is in a weakened state we apply a stainless steel band that holds the tooth together for a few months until a crown can be placed. If a short term solution is required, this would be an ideal alternative.
