Crowns

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4.2

19:22 09 Feb 23

Dr Lewis Wilton has one of the most caring and considerate manners I have ever experienced at a dentist. He explained everything and made sure my elderly father felt comfortable and relaxed (as well as he could be in a dentist’s chair). I would definitely recommend him and his assistant Elizabeth if anyone is nervous about going to the dentist.

Emily-Jane Gray

08:48 05 Oct 21

I have been with this practice all my life but Billy is by far the best dentist I have ever had. He explains everything he is doing, puts you at ease and is happy to answer any questions at all. Billy has recently done some composite bonding on my two front teeth after the old cap had worn down and chipped . I am so happy with the result, it has changed my smile completely and I am so grateful. I also see Kat, the hygienist who also provides the same high standard of service. I always feel very welcome and would recommend to anyone!

Diane Pritchard

09:56 21 Jul 21

As a nervous patient, due to previous dentists, I can honestly say that this practice has always provided an excellent service in all ways. From fitting me in quickly for an emergency repair to treatment, the whole team shows compassion, caring and polite interaction.Billy Chan is gentle, kind and reassuring. He explains everything. I rarely feel the needle going in ( I did with previous dentists.) and have never felt any pain during treatment. ( I did with previous dentists.) This is an outstanding practice and I feel fortunate to have Billy as my dentist. I highly recommend the Gloucester Street Dental Practice. They get the important things right.

Gem Mason

13:54 12 Jul 21

I have used this dental surgery my entire life and have always been so satisfied! Today I was desperate for an appointment and the receptionist was so helpful, kindly rang me back when they had a cancellation and was so welcoming. Dr Chan is so warm, kind and helpful. I feel very comfortable and relaxed here, thank you to everyone who works there!

19 Claverton

18:07 22 Jan 21

Many thanks to Billy and Rosy , also to the professional staff, as we ender due to our appointment, I was quite impressed with all the measurements against Covid, I'll be very honest , I felt very safe !! Many thanks !Great and professional team! Recommend them 10 out of 10.Chipri Rosca ( director of : Nexus of Bath Limited)

Sam Bowen

08:45 09 Mar 20

I have been attending this dentist all of my life and the service is impeccable. All of the staff are professional and helpful. If you were in need of a dentist, I would genuinely recommend GSDP.Billy is absolutely fantastic. I have to see the dentist more than your average 2x a year, due to having a bridge and not once have I had a bad experience.The whole process being with the team is that relaxing, I have actually nodded off before! (Sorry about that Billy!)

Past Productions Phil Stevens

11:33 11 Mar 18

A great friendly team. feeling very relaxed and comfortable and the aftercare service is great. Highly recommended

Lance Watson

23:07 14 Sep 17

I have travelled and moved many times throughout my life, as a consequence I have visited many Dental practices. I have always had a bit of a phobia. I have however been a patient of Billy for at least two years and I can say with absolute certainty he is the best Dentist I have ever seen, and by a huge margin. For the the first time in my 46 years I no longer fear going to.the dentist - in fact I quite look forward to it. Not only is Billy the best Dentist in every respect, he is also a really nice guy. Cirencester is very lucky to have him!

billy mayo

07:03 18 May 17

Amazing practice! Dr Billy Chan is patient, thoughtful, explains everything and is most importantly gentle! i would recommend to anyone who worries about going to the dentist as he makes the experience so much better.

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Dental Crowns restore the appearance and function of damaged teeth. Also known as caps, dental crowns are custom-made restorations that are cemented into place over damaged teeth, helping to protect them from further weakening.

Crowns can also be used to improve the appearance of teeth when other conservative cosmetic options are not possible.

Why would I need a dental crown?

The primary purposes of a dental crown are as follows:

Protecting a tooth from breaking completely when it already has large fillings
Supporting a chipped or broken tooth
Reinforcing a tooth that has been root-filled
Improving the appearance of a tooth

What materials are used to make dental crowns?

There are a variety of options available when you have a crown at Cirencester Dental and Aesthetics. We will explore the choices with you and recommend a crown that suits your needs and budget.

All-Metal: Traditionally made from gold alloy, but also available in silver-coloured, non-precious alloy. These crowns are very strong and usually used for covering back teeth as they are less visible.
Porcelain bonded to metal: These have a strong metal core with a bonded layer of porcelain over the top to provide a tooth-like appearance. They are a good choice for most teeth. Sometimes the metal core can be visible at the gum margin of the tooth.
All-Porcelain or Ceramic: Made fully from tooth-coloured porcelain or ceramic materials, these are the most aesthetically pleasing crowns. They are the perfect choice for the front teeth and can also be used in the back teeth for a natural appearance. Nowadays, modern tooth-coloured ceramic materials such as zirconia are as strong as all-metal crowns.

What can I expect from the treatment process?

Once your tooth has been assessed to be suitable for a Crown, the treatment process usually requires two or three visits. On the first visit, the tooth will be shaped for the dental laboratory to make the crown: Your dentist will numb the tooth as required to make it comfortable and then prepare the tooth to the appropriate shape. We take impressions/moulds and record the colour of your teeth; these are sent to a dental laboratory to make models used to create your custom-made crown. A temporary crown may be placed to protect your shaped tooth whilst we wait for your permanent crown to be made.

Your second visit, for fitting the new crown, will usually be scheduled two weeks after the first visit, when we expect the crown to arrive from the laboratory. We will numb the tooth if necessary, lift off the temporary crown, and then try the new crown in place. We check for a good fit onto the tooth, that it feels even when you bite together, and that the appearance is as you would wish. If all is satisfactory, then your dentist will securely chemically bond the crown into place using an adhesive resin.

If we do need to make some minor adjustments, then your dentist may apply a temporary adhesive to confirm that the crown functions properly, and then cement in permanently in place at a third visit. If major adjustments are necessary then we may need to return the new crown to the laboratory for re-finishing, and then check the fitting at a further visit.

You will be shown the best way to look after your new dental crown, and with good care and regular oral hygiene, a crown will usually last anywhere from 5 to 15 years or longer, giving you a bright, appealing, and healthy smile. Good dental hygiene is important because you still need to look after the tooth under the crown, the gums and bone around the tooth, and the root of the tooth itself. Inadequate cleaning can lead to decay and cavities, gum disease and recession, bone loss, and ultimately losing the tooth and crown. Gum recession can expose the margin where the crown meets the tooth and make this join visible to others. Regular visits to the hygienist will make sure your teeth and gums stay healthy.

If you take part in contact sports, we recommend wearing a gumshield to prevent accidental damage to your teeth the dental crown. If you are aware of clenching or grinding your teeth, we recommend wearing a biteguard to prevent excessive wear of your teeth and crowns. A custom-fitted gumshield or biteguard can be made by our dental team.