Dental crowns and bridges in London

Crowns start from £525 per unit at this practice. The final fee depends on the tooth, the material, any treatment required beforehand and the laboratory work.

A filling or onlay is preferred while enough sound tooth remains to support it. A crown is considered when the remaining tooth is heavily broken down, root treated or at risk of fracture, because full coverage protects what is left.

Preparation is done under local anaesthetic, so it is not usually painful. Mild sensitivity or tenderness between the temporary and definitive crown is common and normally settles after fitting.

Crowns commonly last many years when the underlying tooth is healthy, the bite is managed and hygiene is good. Failure is usually related to decay at the margin, root fracture or heavy grinding rather than the crown material itself.

Brush as normal and clean daily around and, for bridges, underneath the restoration with interdental brushes or superfloss. Keep routine hygiene visits, avoid biting hard objects, and wear a night guard if you grind. The tooth beneath a crown can still decay, so the margin is checked at each review.

Where enough sound tooth remains, an onlay, an indirect ceramic restoration or a well-designed direct composite can restore the tooth while removing less tissue. A crown is chosen when the remaining tooth needs full coverage for strength, often after root treatment or a large fracture.

Bonding is usually additive, repairable and reversible, but stains more readily. Veneers are more stain resistant and durable, but require enamel preparation and are irreversible. The right choice depends on tooth position, remaining enamel, bite and how much change is needed.