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Natural-looking Dental Crown in Toorak
If you have a damaged, cracked, or heavily filled tooth, a dental crown in Toorak can help restore its strength, shape, and appearance. At Toorak Village Dental Care, our experienced Toorak dentist team designs high-quality, natural-looking crowns that protect your teeth and blend seamlessly with your smile.
A crown (sometimes called a cap) fits over your existing tooth like a protective shell, rebuilding it to its normal size, shape, and colour. It’s a long-lasting way to restore both the look and the function of your tooth.
Dental crowns in Toorak: what to expect
If you have a damaged, cracked or heavily filled tooth, a dental crown in Toorak may help restore its strength, shape and appearance. At Toorak Village Dental Care, our Toorak dentists design natural-looking crowns that protect your tooth and blend in with your smile.
A crown (sometimes called a cap) fits over your existing tooth like a protective shell, rebuilding it to its normal size, shape and colour. At your first visit for dental crowns in Toorak, your dentist will examine the tooth, discuss whether a crown is suitable and explain the steps and costs.
When is a dental crown recommended?
✓Cracked or broken tooth
A crown can hold a weakened tooth together.
✓Worn teeth
For example, from grinding.
✓Large filling
When there isn’t much natural tooth left.
✓Covering an implant
A crown is the visible part of an implant tooth.
✓After root canal treatment
Often advised for back teeth to protect them.
✓Part of a bridge
To help replace a missing tooth.
A crown isn't always the only option. Sometimes a filling or an onlay, which covers only part of the tooth, may be enough. We'll talk you through the alternatives.
Dental crowns in Toorak: the treatment process
Treatment for dental crowns in Toorak usually takes two appointments.
Consultation
We check the tooth, take X-rays if needed and explain your options and costs.
Preparing the tooth
We numb the tooth, remove any decay and shape it so the crown can fit over it.
Digital scan
A scan or impression is sent to a dental laboratory, and a temporary crown protects the tooth meanwhile.
Fitting your crown
We check the fit, colour and bite of your new crown, then cement it in place.
Crown materials
Ceramic or porcelain is tooth-coloured and often chosen for teeth that show when you smile. Zirconia is a strong tooth-coloured ceramic often used for back teeth. Metal or porcelain fused to metal is sometimes used where strength is the priority.
When planning dental crowns in Toorak, the right material depends on where the tooth is, how you bite and what you'd like it to look like.
Caring for your crown
Look after a crown like a natural tooth: brush twice daily, clean between your teeth and keep up regular check-ups. The tooth underneath can still decay, especially where the crown meets the gum. Avoid chewing ice or very hard foods, and ask about a night guard if you grind your teeth.
Cost of dental crowns in Toorak
The cost depends on the material and whether other treatment, such as a root canal or a core build-up, is needed first. We'll give you a quote before starting.
We accept all private health funds, and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS. Crowns are often covered under major dental extras. Payment plans through HUMM and DentiCare are available for approved applicants.
Risks of crown treatment
Preparing a tooth for a crown removes some of its structure, and occasionally the nerve becomes inflamed afterwards and root canal treatment is needed. Crowns can last many years, but they can chip, loosen or need replacing over time. For general information, see healthdirect on dental care.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
More about dental crowns in Toorak
Crown, onlay or filling?
Whether a dental crown is the right choice depends on how much healthy tooth is left. A small area of decay can usually be repaired with a filling. When a large part of the tooth has broken away, or a filling would make up most of the tooth, a filling alone may not be strong enough for chewing. An onlay covers part of the biting surface, while a crown covers the whole visible part of the tooth.
When we assess you for dental crowns in Toorak, we look at the size of any existing fillings, any cracks, your bite and the health of the gum and nerve. We'll explain why we think a crown, an onlay or a filling suits your tooth, and you're welcome to take time to decide.
Looking after a temporary crown
Between your two appointments, a temporary crown protects the prepared tooth. It's made from a softer material and held with a weaker cement so it can be removed easily. Chew on the other side where you can, avoid sticky foods such as toffee and chewing gum, and slide floss out sideways rather than pulling it up. If the temporary feels loose or comes off, keep it and call us.
Crowns on front and back teeth
Front teeth show when you talk and smile, so appearance is usually a priority and a tooth-coloured ceramic is often chosen. Back teeth take most of the chewing force, so strength matters more and zirconia or a metal-based crown may be considered. Your dentist will explain the trade-offs for your tooth, including how much of the tooth needs to be shaped for each material.
A dental crown after root canal treatment
A back tooth that has had root canal treatment can become more brittle over time and may be more likely to crack. A dental crown is often recommended to cover and protect it. If you've had root canal treatment and the tooth hasn't been fully restored yet, it's worth booking an assessment.
If you grind or clench your teeth
Grinding and clenching put extra force on crowns as well as natural teeth, and can lead to chips, cracks or a crown coming loose. If you wake with a sore jaw or your teeth look worn, let us know. We may suggest a stronger material for your crown, and a night guard to help protect your teeth while you sleep.
Will my crown need replacing?
Crowns don't last forever. Over time they can wear, chip or loosen, and decay can develop where the crown meets the tooth. Gum recession can also make the edge of a crown visible. Regular check-ups let us look at your crowns and x-ray the tooth underneath when needed, so problems can be found early.
If you're thinking about dental crowns in Toorak, you can book a consultation at our clinic at 137 Canterbury Road, Toorak VIC 3142, or call (03) 9827 5633. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks, and we'll explain the risks that apply to your tooth before you decide.
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