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.
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
Visit 1: Preparation
Photos
Preparation
Moulds
Colour Matching
Temporary Crown or Bridge
Visit 2: Fitting and Placement
Trial Fitting
Final Placement
Enjoy Your New Smile
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
No, the procedures are carried out under local anaesthesia. Most patients experience minimal discomfort.
Yes. Once placed, they function like natural teeth and allow normal chewing and speaking.
Absolutely. Modern materials are tooth-coloured and custom-designed to blend in with your natural teeth.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss carefully (especially under bridges), and see your dentist every 6 months for a checkup and clean.
