Crowns & Bridges
Rebuild and protect damaged or missing teeth. Custom crowns and bridges restore strength, function and a natural appearance to your smile.
About Crowns & Bridges
A crown is a custom-made cap that covers a damaged, weakened or root-treated tooth, restoring its shape, strength and appearance. A bridge uses crowns on the teeth either side of a gap to anchor a replacement tooth, filling the space left by one or more missing teeth.
Made from high-quality porcelain or ceramic and precisely colour-matched, modern crowns and bridges look completely natural. They protect cracked or heavily filled teeth from further damage and restore confident chewing and speaking.
Benefits
Strengthens and protects weak, cracked or root-treated teeth
Replaces missing teeth without surgery (bridge)
Natural-looking porcelain, colour-matched to your smile
Restores comfortable chewing and clear speech
Durable and long-lasting with good care
What to expect
We'll explain everything at each stage, so you always know what's happening and feel comfortable throughout.
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Preparation
We gently shape the tooth (or teeth) and take a precise digital impression of your bite.
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Custom fabrication
Your crown or bridge is crafted to match the shape and shade of your natural teeth.
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Temporary protection
A temporary restoration protects the tooth while your permanent one is made.
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Fitting & bonding
We check the fit, colour and bite, then securely bond the restoration in place.
Is it right for you?
Crowns suit teeth that are badly decayed, cracked, worn down or root-treated. Bridges are a fixed alternative to a denture or implant for replacing one or a few missing teeth where the neighbouring teeth are strong.
Recovery & aftercare
Care for crowns and bridges like natural teeth — brush, floss (or use interdental brushes under a bridge) and keep up regular check-ups so we can monitor them.
Frequently asked questions
How long do crowns and bridges last?expand_more
With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups they typically last 10–15 years or more.
Crown, bridge or implant — which is best for me?expand_more
It depends on the tooth, the surrounding teeth and your budget. We'll talk through the pros and cons of each so you can make an informed choice.
Will my crown look natural?expand_more
Yes. Modern porcelain crowns are shade-matched to your neighbouring teeth and are virtually indistinguishable from natural enamel.
Is getting a crown uncomfortable?expand_more
The tooth is numbed throughout, so the procedure is comfortable. You may have mild sensitivity afterwards that settles quickly.
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Learn morearrow_forwardReady to get started?
Book a consultation for crowns & bridges at Eglinton Dental Care. We'll answer your questions and tailor a plan to your needs.