Dental Crown & Bridge in Singapore
Restore damaged or missing teeth with dental crowns and bridges at Best Smile Dental. Crowns help protect weakened teeth, while bridges can replace missing teeth to improve chewing, bite support and smile appearance.
What Is Dental Crown & Bridge?
A dental crown is a custom made cover placed over a damaged, weakened or heavily restored tooth. It helps protect the tooth, improve strength and restore its shape, size and appearance.
A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth. It is usually supported by neighbouring teeth or dental implants, helping to close the gap and restore chewing function.
At Best Smile Dental, our dentist will assess your teeth, gums and bite before recommending a crown or bridge. The aim is to restore your tooth function, improve appearance and protect your long term oral health.
When Do You Need Dental Crown & Bridge?
Our dentist will examine your condition and explain whether a crown, bridge, implant or another treatment option is more suitable for you.
Types of Dental Crowns and Bridges
Our dentist will advise on the most suitable option based on your tooth condition, bite and treatment needs.
Dental Crown
A dental crown covers a damaged or weakened tooth to improve its strength, shape and appearance. It may be recommended after root canal treatment, for heavily filled teeth or for teeth with large cracks or fractures.
Dental Bridge
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by using neighbouring teeth or implants for support. It helps restore chewing function and prevents the surrounding teeth from shifting into the empty space.
Post and Core
If a tooth has lost too much structure, a post and core may be needed before placing the crown. This helps build up the tooth and provide better support for the crown.
Benefits of Dental Crowns and Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges can help to:
Why Choose Best Smile Dental for Dental Crown & Bridge?
Best Smile Dental provides dental crowns and bridges to restore damaged teeth and replace missing teeth where suitable. Our dentist will assess your bite, tooth structure and missing tooth area before recommending a treatment plan.
Assessment of damaged teeth, missing teeth and bite support
Crown options to protect weak, cracked or root canal-treated teeth
Bridge options for selected missing tooth replacement cases
Digital intraoral scanning for more comfortable records where suitable
High-quality dental materials used to support strength and appearance
CHAS support for eligible permanent crown treatment where applicable
What to Expect During the Treatment
01
Consultation and Assessment
Our dentist will examine your teeth, gums and bite. X rays or scans may be recommended to check the tooth root, bone support and surrounding structures.
02
Treatment Planning
Our dentist will explain whether a crown or bridge is suitable for your case. You will be advised on the treatment options, material choices, estimated fees and expected outcome.
03
Tooth Preparation
The tooth may be shaped to make space for the crown or bridge. Local anaesthetic may be used to keep you comfortable.
04
Impression or Scan
An impression or scan will be taken so the crown or bridge can be custom made to fit your tooth and bite.
05
Temporary Crown or Bridge
A temporary crown or bridge may be placed while waiting for the final restoration.
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Final Fitting
Once ready, the final crown or bridge will be fitted, adjusted and checked for comfort, bite and appearance.
Cost of Dental Crown and Bridge in Singapore
The cost of dental crown and bridge treatment in Singapore depends on the number of teeth involved, material selected, tooth condition and treatment complexity. The cost of teeth whitening in Singapore depends on the whitening option selected and your dental condition.
| Treatment | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| Full Metal / Porcelain Fused to Metal / Porcelain Crown | S$950 to S$1,400 per unit |
| Post and Core | S$150 to S$200 |
| Cementation | S$80 to S$150 |
| Occlusal Splint (Night Guard) | S$380 to S$600 |
CHAS Subsidy for Dental Crown
CHAS subsidies may apply for permanent crowns, subject to eligibility, card type and claim limits.
| Treatment | CHAS Orange | CHAS Blue | Merdeka Generation | Pioneer Generation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent Crown | S$410.00 | S$615.00 | S$620.00 | S$625.00 |
The above refers to the maximum subsidy amount per claim, subject to eligibility and claim limits.
MediSave for Dental Crown and Bridge
MediSave is generally not used for routine dental crown and bridge treatment, as it usually applies to selected surgical dental procedures.
If a crown or bridge is part of a larger treatment plan involving surgery, such as dental implant surgery, our clinic team can advise whether any surgical component may be MediSave claimable after assessment.
Aftercare for Dental Crowns and Bridges
To keep your crown or bridge in good condition, brush and floss daily and attend regular dental checkups. If you have a bridge, our dentist may show you how to clean under the bridge using floss threaders or interdental brushes.
Avoid biting very hard objects such as ice, pens or nutshells, as this may damage the restoration. If you grind your teeth at night, our dentist may recommend a night guard to protect your crown, bridge and natural teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will dental crown and bridge treatment be painful?
Our dentist may use local anaesthetic during tooth preparation to keep you comfortable. You should not feel sharp pain during the procedure, although you may feel some pressure or vibration. After treatment, mild sensitivity or gum soreness can happen for a short period. Our dentist will explain what to expect and provide aftercare advice.
How do I know if I need a dental crown or bridge?
Our dentist will examine your teeth, gums and bite, and may recommend X rays or scans to assess the tooth and surrounding structures. A dental crown may be suitable if you have a heavily filled, cracked, weakened or root canal treated tooth that needs protection. A dental bridge may be suitable if you have one or more missing teeth and want a fixed replacement option.
What is the difference between a crown and a bridge?
A crown is used to cover and protect one damaged tooth. A bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring onto neighbouring teeth or implants.
Can I use CHAS or MediSave for dental crown and bridge treatment?
CHAS subsidies may be used for permanent crowns, subject to your eligibility and claim limits. You may refer to the CHAS subsidy table above for the maximum subsidy amount per claim.
MediSave is generally not used for routine dental crown and bridge treatment, as it usually applies to selected surgical dental procedures.
MediSave is generally not used for routine dental crown and bridge treatment, as it usually applies to selected surgical dental procedures.
How long does dental crown and bridge treatment take?
Dental crown or bridge treatment usually requires 2 to 3 visits. The first visit is for consultation, tooth preparation and impression or scan. A temporary crown or bridge may be placed while the final restoration is being made. The final fitting is usually done at a later visit, once the crown or bridge is ready. Our dentist will advise the estimated timeline after assessing your tooth condition.
How long can a crown or bridge last?
The lifespan of a crown or bridge depends on your oral hygiene, bite, material used and regular maintenance. Good brushing, flossing and routine dental checkups can help your crown or bridge last longer.
How should I care for my crown or bridge after treatment?
Brush and floss daily, and clean carefully around the crown or under the bridge as advised by our dentist. Avoid biting very hard objects such as ice or nutshells, as this may damage the restoration. Attend regular dental checkups so our dentist can monitor your crown, bridge, gums and bite.
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