Crown And Bridges

Dental Crowns and Bridges Hoppers Crossing, Werribee, Point Cook & Tarneit

At Aqua Smiles Dental, we offer high-quality dental crowns and bridges to restore damaged, weakened, or missing teeth. Whether you need to rebuild a tooth or replace one entirely, crowns and bridges provide a durable, natural-looking solution. Our clinic in Hoppers Crossing welcomes patients from Werribee, Point Cook, Tarneit, and nearby suburbs for expert restorative and cosmetic care. 

Crown and Bridge

About Dental Crowns and Bridges

Both crowns and bridges are permanently fixed restorations that are cemented onto existing teeth or dental implants. They are used to rebuild, protect, or replace teeth and are custom-made to match the shape, colour, and function of natural teeth. These restorations not only restore oral function and strength but also significantly improve the appearance of your smile. 

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” that fits over an existing tooth. It restores the tooth’s shape, size, and function, while also protecting it from further damage. Crowns were once made from gold or metal alloys, but modern crowns are often made of porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia, which mimic the natural appearance of teeth while offering excellent durability. 

What Is a Dental Bridge?

A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth or implants. It consists of one or more artificial teeth (called pontics) fused between crowns placed over the neighbouring teeth to “bridge” the gap. This fixed option restores your smile, prevents teeth from shifting, and improves chewing and speech function.

Unlike removable appliances such as dentures, crowns and bridges are permanently fixed and feel completely natural once placed.

Why Might You Need a Crown or Bridge?

Crowns and bridges are recommended to our Hoppers Crossing and surrounding patients for both functional and cosmetic reasons. They help strengthen weakened teeth, restore appearance, and avoid more invasive procedures like tooth extractions.

Dental Crowns are commonly used to: 

  • Protect a tooth from further cracks or fractures
  • Rebuild a broken tooth with minimal remaining structure
  • Restore a severely decayed tooth when fillings are insufficient
  • Reinforce a root canal-treated tooth
  • Replace a weakened or worn filling
  • Cover a dental implant
  • Improve the shape, alignment, or colour of a tooth

Dental Bridges are commonly used to: 

  • Replace one or more missing teeth
  • Provide a fixed solution when dentures are not tolerated
  • Strengthen neighbouring teeth affected by decay or cracks
  • Improve alignment or fill gaps in the smile
  • Enhance the colour and symmetry of multiple discoloured teeth
  • Link two dental implants for added support

How Long Do Crowns and Bridges Last?

With proper care, dental crowns and bridges can last 10–30 years. Their longevity depends on:

  • The health of the supporting tooth/teeth
  • Oral hygiene habits
  • Diet and lifestyle (e.g., grinding or clenching)
  • Regular dental checkups and professional cleans

Although the restoration itself is strong, the underlying natural teeth and gums are still vulnerable to decay and disease. Good oral hygiene—including brushing with fluoride toothpaste, daily flossing, and regular dental visits—is essential to extend their lifespan.

Crowns and Bridges Treatment Process

Book a Consultation

We welcome patients from Hoppers Crossing, Werribee, Point Cook, Tarneit, and surrounding areas. You can book online or call us on (03) 9748 7271 to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll assess your oral health and recommend the best restorative solution. Crowns & Bridges appointments will generally require two or more visits.
Visit 1: Preparation

Photos

We may take photographs of your smile and teeth. These help our dental laboratory shape your restoration to suit your facial profile and match your natural teeth.

Preparation

The affected tooth (or teeth) will be reshaped to make room for the crown or bridge. This ensures a proper fit, strength, and aesthetic outcome.

Moulds

An impression (mould) of the prepared area is taken and sent to a dental lab. The technicians craft your restoration using custom contours, curves, and colour tints.

Colour Matching

We carefully match the crown or bridge to your natural tooth colour for a seamless result.

Temporary Crown or Bridge

You’ll be fitted with a temporary crown or bridge to protect the area until the final version is ready.
Visit 2: Fitting and Placement

Trial Fitting

During your second appointment, we’ll check the fit and comfort of your new crown or bridge. We ensure it feels natural while you talk, chew, and bite. Any necessary adjustments will be made, and we may send it back to the lab for fine-tuning if needed.

Final Placement

Once you and the dentist are happy with the result, the restoration is permanently cemented into place using high-strength dental adhesive.

Enjoy Your New Smile

You’ll leave with a beautifully restored smile that looks and functions just like natural teeth.

Locations

Our modern clinic is based in Hoppers Crossing, directly across from Pacific Werribee shopping centre, making it easily accessible by car or public transport. We regularly care for patients from Werribee, Point Cook, and Tarneit who seek expert restorative treatments.

We offer onsite parking and are located just a 2-minute walk from the Barber Dr/Derrimut Rd stop on the 170 bus route, making it easy to reach us however you travel.

FAQs

166 Derrimut Rd

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029
03 9748 7271
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Opening Hours
Mon - Fri : 9am to 6pm
Sat : 9am to 4:30pm
Sun : Closed
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