Crowns and Onlays

Are you feeling self-conscious about your damaged or missing teeth? At Portside Dental, we understand the impact missing or damaged teeth can have on your self-esteem. That’s why we specialise in dental bridges and crowns, which enhance the appearance of your teeth, giving you a natural and attractive smile.

We offer personalised solutions to rejuvenate your smile. Whether your teeth are chipped, cracked, or missing, our skilled team provides dental prosthetics that seamlessly blend with your natural teeth. Choose from metal or tooth-coloured ceramic options to meet your preferences and needs. With our crowns and bridges, you can confidently display your renewed smile.

What are Dental Crowns?

A crown is a restoration that covers or “caps” a tooth, restoring it to its normal shape and size and offering a long-term solution to enhance both function and appearance. Crowns may be needed to strengthen teeth that have large fillings or have little natural tooth left, restore badly broken or decayed teeth, or protect them after root canal treatment. Our dental crowns Newport come in various materials, including ceramic or gold, and typically require two appointments approximately 2 weeks apart.

What Are Dental Onlays?

An onlay is similar to a crown in that it is a type of dental restoration used to restore a tooth that is heavily filled, cracked or broken down. Whereas a crown covers the entire tooth, the onlay (or partial crown) covers only part of it.

The main advantage of an onlay over a crown that it is a more conservative restoration. Less tooth structure needs to be removed to place the onlay compared to the amount of tooth structure needed for a crown, making an onlay a more conservative option for restoring a damaged tooth.

An onlay is typically made of a ceramic that can be bonded to the tooth. It is a strong and durable material that can withstand the forces of chewing and biting. It is custom-made to fit your tooth perfectly, blending in seamlessly with the rest of your natural teeth.

Overall, if you have a damaged tooth that needs to be restored, an onlay may be a less invasive and more conservative option than a crown. Our experienced dentists can help you decide which option is best.

What Are Dental Bridges?

A dental bridge is a restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth.  A custom made false tooth is attached to crown on the teeth adjacent to the gap.  It is a fixed in place and doesn’t need to be removed for cleaning.

You’ll need to schedule at least two appointments for your dental bridge procedure. Firstly, your dentist will prepare the teeth surrounding the gap and take impressions for the technician to create a model of the bridge. A temporary bridge will then be provided to safeguard your teeth. At the second appointment, your permanent bridge will be cemented into place.

Both crowns and bridges are custom-made to fit your individual needs, ensuring a comfortable and natural-looking result.

Why Choose Us?

At Portside Dental, we prioritise staying updated on the latest crown and bridge techniques. Our dedicated team of skilled dentists undergoes continuous professional development to ensure quality care for our patients. We recognise that crown and bridge procedures can be daunting, so we strive to make the experience as comfortable as possible by providing thorough explanations, addressing concerns, and utilising advanced techniques, ensuring each patient’s comfort throughout the process.

If you have missing or damaged teeth, dental bridges and crowns can effectively restore your smile and boost your confidence. At Portside Dental in Newport, our experienced dentists are dedicated to providing high-quality dental care, including dental bridge and crown procedures.