Crowns and bridges
Hong Kong dentist WhatsApp personally answers questions about dental crowns and bridges.
When to get dental crowns and bridges
Dental crown restoration is a method of tooth repair, typically used for severely damaged or decayed teeth. By restoring a tooth with a crown, its function can be restored, and it can also look natural.
- Repairing damaged teethWhen teeth are damaged due to cavities, trauma, or wear, dental crowns can be used to protect and strengthen them.
- After root canal treatmentAfter root canal treatment, teeth may become fragile, and using a crown can provide additional support.
- Improve appearanceFor teeth with uneven color or poor shape, crowns can improve their appearance.
- Support for dental implantsDental crowns can be used as implants to replace missing teeth, restoring their function and appearance.
Dental crown and bridge fees
2025 Excelsior Dental Centre Crown and Bridge Treatment Prices
| Crown: HKD$9,000+ |
Materials used in dental crowns
Dental crowns can be made from a variety of materials, each with its own unique characteristics.Durability, aesthetics, priceandApplicable situations.
| dental crown materials | feature | advantage | shortcoming |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-ceramic crowns | All-ceramic crowns are made entirely of ceramic and contain no metal. | It is aesthetically pleasing, has a natural color, and good light transmission. Metal-free substrate, avoiding metal allergy issues. | Relatively fragile, it may not be suitable for use with all posterior teeth. |
| Metal-ceramic crowns | The inside of this type of crown is a metal frame. | It combines the durability of metal with the beauty of ceramic. Suitable for posterior teeth that require both strength and aesthetics. | There may be issues with visible metal edges, and it may cause allergic reactions. |
| Metal crowns | Metal crowns are typically made of gold alloys or stainless steel and are extremely durable. | Extremely wear-resistant, suitable for use with molars. It is not easily damaged or worn. | It is not aesthetically pleasing, and its color is very different from that of natural teeth, so it is usually not suitable for front teeth. |
| Resin crowns | Resin crowns are made of composite resin materials and are typically used as temporary restorations. | It is low in cost and easy to manufacture and adjust. It can provide a certain aesthetic effect, and the color can be adjusted. | It has poor durability, is prone to wear and discoloration, and is generally not suitable for long-term use. |
Dental crown and bridge treatment process
Dental crown and bridge treatment process in Hong Kong in 2025
Common problems with dental crowns and bridges
During the treatment, our Hong Kong dentists will use local anesthesia for the crowns, so patients will not feel pain for most of the time. There may be some discomfort after the surgery, but it is usually temporary.
A dental bridge is a restorative method used to replace missing teeth. It typically consists of multiple crowns connected together, spanning the location of the missing tooth.
Regular brushing, flossing, and avoiding biting hard objects can help prolong the life of dental restorations.
牙齒敏感或不適：安裝牙冠前需修磨牙齒，可能導致牙齒敏感。
蛀牙或牙齦問題：牙冠邊緣若密合度不足，容易藏污納垢，引發蛀牙或牙齦炎。
材料相關問題：金屬牙冠可能影響美觀，全瓷或鋯冠雖美觀但硬度高，可能造成對咬牙磨耗。
壽命有限：平均使用壽命約 5–15 年，需定期檢查與更換。
磨削健康牙齒：牙橋需依靠鄰牙支撐，必須磨小健康牙齒，這是不可逆的過程。
鄰牙承受壓力：支撐牙齒長期承受額外咬合力，可能鬆動或受損。
清潔困難：牙橋固定後無法取下，橋體下方容易堆積食物殘渣，增加牙周病風險。
壽命有限：牙橋平均使用壽命 5–15 年，隨時間可能鬆動或斷裂。
影響咬合與顳顎關節：設計不當可能造成咬合不平衡，長期引發顳顎關節問題。
牙槽骨萎縮：缺牙區沒有牙根支撐，骨質會逐漸流失，影響面部結構
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You can book your dental appointments, crowns, and bridges at Qi Ren Dental Centre online in advance. For any dental questions, you can also WhatsApp us first, and a dentist will answer them personally.