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Dental crowns and bridges at Ivy Dental Brisbane. A single-visit digital workflow is available for selected cases. Crown on implant from $1,800; three-unit bridge from $4,800. Open 7 days in Brisbane.

Dentist examining a ceramic crown before placement

Crowns and bridges

Restore and protect a compromised tooth.

Custom ceramic crowns for teeth that need more support than a filling can provide. Much of the work is completed through Ivy's own lab, with single-visit treatment available when clinically appropriate.

The simplest suitable restoration comes before the material choice. Remaining tooth structure, decay, cracks, the nerve, gum health, bite, and alternatives are assessed before a crown is recommended.

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From $1,600Often 1 visitWritten first

When a crown may help

Five common reasons to assess a crown.

A crown is considered when a tooth cannot be predictably restored with a filling alone. Assessment still needs to confirm whether enough healthy tooth remains and whether the nerve or gum needs treatment first.

01

After root canal treatment

Back teeth treated with root canal therapy often need cuspal protection because the remaining structure is more vulnerable to fracture.
02

A large filling is failing

When a filling occupies much of the tooth, a crown may distribute bite forces more evenly and reduce the risk of splitting.
03

A cracked or fractured tooth

A crown may hold remaining tooth structure together. Cracks extending into the root or nerve can require a different pathway.
04

Severe wear, shape, or colour change

A crown can restore form and appearance when more conservative treatments are not sufficient or appropriate.
05

The final restoration on an implant

After an implant integrates, a custom crown restores the visible tooth and is adjusted for contacts, bite, and cleaning.

Treatment pathway

Four steps, with the timeline confirmed first.

A single-visit pathway can suit many straightforward crowns. Aesthetic, complex, infected, or multi-unit cases may need a temporary crown and additional appointments.

01

Assessment

Before treatment
The tooth, nerve, cracks, gum, bite, and remaining structure are examined. Digital scans and X-rays support the diagnosis, treatment options, and written quote.
02

Tooth preparation

Local anaesthetic
The tooth is shaped to make room for the restoration. A digital impression records the preparation, bite, and adjacent teeth.
03

Fabrication

In-house or partner lab
The crown is milled or layered in the selected ceramic. Shade, shape, contact points, and fit are reviewed before bonding.
04

Fitting

Same visit or later visit
The crown is tried in, the fit and bite are checked, and adjustments are made before it is bonded. Cleaning around the margins is explained.
Ceramic crown being checked on a dental model before fitting

The Ivy lab standard

The dentist and ceramist can solve the fit together.

Much of Ivy Dental's ceramic work is completed through its own lab. That supports direct shade review, faster communication, and chairside adjustment when the restoration is made in-house.

  1. 01
    Direct colour review

    Shade, character, and neighbouring teeth can be reviewed in person rather than from photographs alone.

  2. 02
    Chairside adjustments

    Fit, contacts, bite, and appearance can be refined with direct communication between the dentist and ceramist.

  3. 03
    Single-visit capability

    Many straightforward crowns can be scanned, made, checked, and fitted in one appointment.

  4. 04
    External partners when appropriate

    Selected cases use partner laboratories working to Ivy specifications and the same fitting checks.

Material selection

Strength, appearance, and tooth position shape the choice.

No ceramic is automatically best for every tooth. Bite forces, grinding, available thickness, appearance, and the location in the mouth all matter.

01High strength

Zirconia

A strong ceramic that can suit back teeth and heavier bite forces. Modern zirconias vary in translucency and strength.

Often considered for posterior teeth, grinding risk, or areas under higher load.

02Optical detail

Porcelain

A ceramic selected where light transmission, translucency, and shade character are priorities.

Often considered for front teeth and visible smile-zone restorations.

03Balanced properties

Hybrid ceramic

A material combining ceramic and resin characteristics for selected clinical situations.

May suit premolars or cases balancing appearance, thickness, and function.

Single-visit crowns

One appointment, when the tooth and material allow it.

Ivy's in-house digital workflow can shorten treatment, but the clinical result takes priority over speed.

01

More likely to suit one visit

  • A straightforward single crown
  • Clear preparation margins
  • A material suitable for same-day milling
  • No underlying infection or unresolved complication
02

More likely to need two visits

  • Front teeth needing detailed aesthetic layering
  • Several crowns planned together
  • Complex preparation or a temporary crown
  • A material or shade workflow requiring additional laboratory stages

The number of visits is confirmed after assessment. A single-visit pathway is not used when it would compromise diagnosis, material choice, fit, or appearance.

Longevity

The crown lasts only as well as the tooth, bite, and maintenance allow.

A well-made crown often lasts 10 to 15 years or longer, but no lifespan is guaranteed. These factors have a material effect on longevity.

01

Address grinding and clenching

Heavy bite forces can chip ceramic, loosen a crown, or damage the supporting tooth. A custom night guard starts from $650 when indicated.
02

Select material for the tooth

Some ceramics prioritise strength while others provide more optical detail. The material should match tooth position, thickness, bite, and appearance needs.
03

Review the margins and bite

Regular checks can identify decay, gum changes, wear, or a bite issue before a small problem becomes a replacement.
04

Keep the tooth underneath healthy

A crown itself cannot decay, but the underlying tooth can develop decay at the margins. Brushing, flossing, and professional care remain necessary.

Dental bridges

A fixed replacement without implant surgery.

A bridge replaces a missing tooth by using teeth on either side for support. The condition of those teeth and the value of preserving them help determine whether a bridge or implant is more appropriate.

01

Potential advantages

  • Replaces one or more missing teeth
  • No implant surgery
  • Usually a shorter pathway than an implant
  • A long history of clinical use
02

Important trade-offs

  • Supporting teeth need preparation
  • Cleaning underneath requires additional technique
  • The bridge does not stimulate bone under the missing tooth
  • If a supporting tooth fails, part or all of the bridge may need replacement

Compare implants and bridges in more detail before deciding which consultation pathway fits.

Indicative fees

Starting prices, then a written quote.

These fees are starting points. The tooth, material, preparation, supporting procedures, and whether the crown is part of implant or bridge treatment can change the final quote.

01

Single tooth crown

From $1,600

Material and tooth condition assessed at consultation

02

Crown on implant

From $1,800

Implant restoration only; implant surgery is priced separately

03

Three-unit bridge

From $4,800

Replaces one missing tooth using two supporting teeth

What can change the quote

  • Material selection
  • Tooth position and preparation complexity
  • Need for a temporary crown
  • Core build-up, post, root canal, or gum treatment
  • Health fund cover and rebate level

Payment context

A written quote is provided before preparation. Payment plan options may be available to approved applicants, and HICAPS claiming is available for participating health funds.

Your consultation

Know what the tooth needs before it is prepared.

No treatment starts without approval. The aim is to leave with the diagnosis, suitable options, material rationale, timeline, and written fee explained.

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  1. 01Examination of the tooth, gum, bite, and nerve
  2. 02Digital X-rays and intraoral scan where indicated
  3. 03Crown, filling, onlay, root canal, or extraction alternatives
  4. 04Material recommendation with trade-offs
  5. 05Single-visit or staged timeline
  6. 06Written treatment plan and quote

Honest expectations

Risks, limits, and suitability come before a decision.

A consultation is required to decide whether this treatment is appropriate for your health, anatomy, tooth condition, goals, and maintenance capacity.

Risks and considerations

  • Sensitivity after preparation is common and may take days or weeks to settle.
  • The bite can feel different after fitting and may need a chairside adjustment.
  • Deep decay or nerve involvement can lead to root canal treatment before or after crown preparation.
  • Grinding and clenching can shorten crown lifespan and damage the supporting tooth.
  • Plaque at the crown margins can cause decay in the tooth underneath.

May not be suitable when

  • Too little sound tooth structure remains to support a crown
  • Active untreated gum disease or infection needs stabilising first
Individual assessment is required before treatment is recommended.

Related next steps

Use a comparison, cost guide, or assessment pathway if you need more context before booking.

01

Crown vs Filling

Understand when a tooth may need more support than a filling.

Open guide 02

Implants vs Bridges

Compare two fixed pathways for replacing a missing tooth.

Open guide 03

Missing Teeth Options

Review fixed and removable ways to replace a gap.

Open guide

Common questions

Answers before you book.

These are general answers. Your written plan and advice depend on an individual assessment.

How long does it take to get a dental crown?

Many crowns can be completed in one visit using the in-house digital workflow. Some teeth require two or more appointments because of complexity, material selection, gum health, aesthetics, or the need for a temporary crown. The timeline is confirmed after assessment.

What materials are used for dental crowns?

Ivy Dental uses several dental ceramics with different strength and optical properties. Zirconia, porcelain, and hybrid ceramic may each suit different tooth positions, bite forces, and appearance goals. The material is selected after the tooth and bite are assessed.

Does getting a dental crown hurt?

The tooth is prepared under local anaesthetic. Mild sensitivity or tenderness can occur afterwards and often settles within a few days. Deeper decay or nerve involvement can change the pathway and may require root canal treatment.

How long do dental crowns last?

A well-made crown often lasts 10 to 15 years or longer. Longevity depends on the remaining tooth structure, material, bite forces, grinding, hygiene at the margins, decay risk, and regular review.

What is the difference between a crown and a veneer?

A veneer covers the front surface of a tooth and is usually used for appearance. A crown covers the tooth more extensively and restores structure as well as appearance. The amount and condition of remaining tooth structure help determine which, if either, is appropriate.

Does Ivy Dental provide dental bridges?

Yes. A bridge can replace one or more missing teeth by using adjacent teeth for support. The team compares a bridge with an implant or removable option and explains the trade-offs for the supporting teeth, bone, cleaning, time, and cost.

Will my crown match my other teeth?

Shade, shape, translucency, and surface texture are considered during fabrication. Much of Ivy Dental's crown work is completed through its own lab, allowing direct communication and chairside adjustments when the restoration is made in-house. A perfect invisible match cannot be promised in every situation.

Can I get a same-day dental crown?

Many straightforward single crowns can be completed in one visit using the in-house milling workflow. Whether this is appropriate depends on the tooth, material, infection risk, appearance requirements, and complexity. Quality and tooth prognosis take priority over speed.

Will grinding affect a dental crown?

Grinding and clenching can significantly reduce crown lifespan. Bite assessment may lead to a custom night guard recommendation, starting from $650, to protect the crown and surrounding teeth.

What is the difference between a crown and a cap?

They describe the same type of restoration. Cap is the common name and crown is the clinical term for a custom restoration covering the visible portion of a prepared tooth.

Why choose Ivy Dental for dental crowns?

Much of Ivy Dental's crown work is crafted through its own lab, allowing direct colour review and quality control. External lab partners are used where appropriate and work to Ivy specifications. Everton Park and Nundah are QIP accredited and open 7 days.

What if I am not sure whether I need a crown?

Book an assessment rather than selecting a crown online. If a filling, onlay, root canal, extraction, or another option is more appropriate, the alternatives should be explained before treatment is approved.

Choose a clinic

Available at Everton Park and Nundah.

Both clinics are open 7 days. Choose the location that works best for your consultation and follow-up care.

Ivy Dental Brisbane

Nundah

20 Nellie Street

Mon to Fri 8am to 5pm · Sat and Sun 9am to 5pmBook at Nundah

A clearer first step

Start with the tooth, then choose the restoration.

Book a crown consultation for an assessment, alternatives discussion, material recommendation, timeline, and written quote.

Call (07) 3266 7120Open 7 days in Brisbane. No obligation to proceed after the consultation.