Dental crowns in Chermside
A crown is a cap that covers a weakened or damaged tooth to protect it and restore its shape. We place crowns in a range of materials, including porcelain, metal and one-visit ceramic crowns.
At a glance
- Who it is for
- Cracked, heavily filled or weakened teeth, and teeth after root canal treatment
- How long
- Usually two visits, or one visit for a same-day CEREC crown
- Cost
- Varies with the treatment you need. Confirmed after your examination.
What happens
- Your dentist examines the tooth and explains the crown options that suit it.
- The tooth is numbed and shaped to make room for the crown.
- Your dentist takes a mould or scan, and fits a temporary crown if the crown is made by a laboratory.
- At the next visit, the permanent crown is fitted and your bite is checked.
If you would rather not wait for a laboratory, ask about same-day CEREC crowns, which are made and fitted in one visit when the tooth suits it. Crowns are also used on dental implants, and to support a dental bridge.
Cost
The fee depends on the time, complexity and materials your treatment needs, so it varies from patient to patient and is confirmed after your dentist has examined you. Your dentist can talk you through the cost before treatment starts, and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS if you have private health cover. See fees, health funds and payment options for more.
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