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Crowns, Bridges & Veneers

Restorative dentistry involves treatments designed to repair, strengthen, or replace damaged or missing teeth.

Crowns, Bridges & Veneers in Woden Valley, Canberra

Crowns, bridges, and veneers play an important role in restoring damaged teeth, replacing missing teeth, and enhancing the appearance of your smile. At Woden Dental Care, we provide personalised restorative and cosmetic solutions for patients in Woden Valley and across Canberra, helping you regain confidence, comfort, and long-term oral health. These treatments are carefully planned to improve both function and aesthetics, while protecting your natural teeth wherever possible.

Dental Crowns: Strengthening and Protecting Teeth

A dental crown is often the best way to save and strengthen a tooth that has been significantly damaged. Crowns are custom-made restorations that fit over the entire visible portion of a prepared tooth.

Dental crowns may be recommended to: 

  • Restore chipped, cracked, or heavily worn teeth
  • Protect teeth weakened by decay or large fillings
  • Strengthen teeth after Root Canal Treatment
  • Improve the shape, colour, or alignment of a tooth 

Because a crown covers the entire tooth, some tooth structure must be reshaped to ensure a secure, long-lasting fit. Crowns are commonly part of our Restorative Dentistry Services.

Porcelain Veneers: A Conservative Cosmetic Solution

Porcelain veneers are thin, tooth-coloured shells that are bonded to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. Veneers are a more conservative option than crowns and may be suitable when the underlying tooth structure is healthy.

Veneers can be used to: 

  • Improve tooth colour and shape
  • Close small gaps
  • Repair minor chips or worn edges
  • Create a more balanced, natural-looking smile 

Only a small amount of enamel is removed to place a veneer—significantly less than what is required for a crown. Patients exploring smile enhancement may also wish to view our Cosmetic Dentistry Services.

Dental Bridges: Replacing Missing Teeth

A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring an artificial tooth to neighbouring natural teeth or crowns.

Bridges help to: 

  • Restore chewing and speaking function
  • Prevent surrounding teeth from shifting
  • Maintain facial shape and bite alignment
  • Improve smile aesthetics 

If a tooth is missing or cannot be saved with a crown, a bridge may be an effective treatment option. Depending on your needs, alternatives such as Dental Implants or removable dentures may also be discussed.

When Are Crowns, Veneers, or Bridges Recommended?

These treatments are often used to: 

  • Repair fractured or heavily decayed teeth
  • Protect teeth following root canal therapy
  • Replace missing teeth
  • Improve comfort, function, and appearance 

By restoring proper tooth function, these treatments can help relieve pain, improve bite efficiency, and prevent further dental problems.

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Informed, Patient-Centred Care

At Woden Dental Care, we take the time to explain your treatment options with clarity and precision. Our dentists are committed to discussing the specific benefits, risks, and alternatives of every procedure, ensuring you possess the necessary insights to make informed decisions regarding your oral health. To provide a comprehensive approach, treatment planning is often seamlessly coordinated with general dentistry and routine dental check-ups, preventative care and oral hygiene, gum disease treatment, and emergency dentistry.

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FAQs – Crowns, Bridges & Veneers

What is the difference between a crown and a veneer?

A crown covers the entire tooth and is used for strength and protection, while a veneer covers only the front surface and is mainly used for cosmetic improvement.

When is a crown necessary?

Crowns are typically indicated for teeth with large fillings, fractures, or those that have undergone root canal therapy. They provide structural integrity and prevent further breakdown

How long do crowns and veneers last?

With good oral hygiene and regular dental visits, crowns and veneers can last 10–15 years or longer.

Does getting a crown or veneer hurt?

The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic. Most patients experience minimal discomfort during and after treatment.

Can a bridge replace more than one missing tooth?

Yes. A bridge can replace one or multiple missing teeth, depending on the design and support available.

Are crowns and veneers natural-looking?

Yes. Modern porcelain restorations are designed to closely match the colour, shape, and translucency of natural teeth.

What materials are used?

Modern options include porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM), zirconia, and all-ceramic. Zirconia is often favored for its exceptional durability and natural translucency.

Do they stain like natural teeth?

Porcelain crowns and veneers are highly resistant to staining from coffee, tea, or tobacco, making them a popular choice for long-term smile transformations.

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