Crowns & Bridges

Dental Crowns and Bridges

Crowns (sometimes referred to as caps) are used to improve the appearance of teeth or to restore badly broken down teeth when there is insufficient tooth to hold a filling. Our crowns are made from the latest aesthetic materials: we may choose zirconia, fused ceramics or a combination of both depending upon the specific needs of the treatment. A bridge is a casting or computer milled prosthesis used to replace a missing tooth and is attached to teeth next to the gap, by using adhesive attachments or other crowns

The latest metal free crowns and bridges provide very life-like aesthetics and can transform a smile while strengthening the teeth at the same time. A crown is provided in several stages. After a tooth has been prepared, a temporary crown will be put in place while a dental laboratory manufactures the crown. Temporary crowns are made from a tooth coloured plastic and are designed to last for a short period of time. These crowns can be made to match the proposed final colour and shape of the new teeth. This way you can assess the bite and your new smile at home before the porcelain crowns are made.

Fitting a dental crown

Our Treatment Procedure

Your needs are as unique as your teeth, therefore we’ll carefully evaluate your situation with a thorough examination before suggesting the best way to achieve your goals.

STEP 1

Free Initial Assessment

Discuss your goals and identify the treatments available to you.

STEP 2

Extensive Assessment

A detailed examination to identify the exact treatment to achieve your ideal smile.

STEP 3

Treatment Performed

A Personal Buddy will guide you through the treatment process.

STEP 4

Smile Confidently

Regain your confidence with a naturally beautiful smile.

STEP 5

Maintain Your Smile

You will be shown how to keep your smile looking great for years to come.

  • “Have worked with Dovetail for over 10 years – have always found them to be professional, friendly and a pleasure to work with.”

    Andy McKenna
  • “From start to finish the staff have been amazing, value for money and worth every penny. I’m a happy customer and unlike before i can smile about it.”

    Phillip Dowd
  • “Oh my god… Having my teeth transformed at Dovetail not only transformed my teeth, but completely changed me! I’m more confident! I smile all the time to show off my beautiful teeth and I do what I never ever did – I wear scarlet lippy all the time! I’ve gone from mouse to diva! If you’re thinking bout having your teeth done, go to Dovetail and you’ll wake up with a huge smile on your face every time you open your eyes!”

    Liz Fish
  • “My treatment was very tricky, due to bone erosion, and therefore took a lot of sessions to complete but throughout, I have has the best service from Kelly and Rob. I am now completely happy with my new smile which was worth every penny.”

    Carol O’Hara
  • “Excellent guidance during assessment and felt reassured during the whole process that I was in capable and professional hands, can’t thank Rob and the Team enough for the fantastic end result.”

    Neil
  • “Absolutely fantastic so happy with my new smile and confidence. When I first came to dovetail I was so unhappy with my smile and would always cover my mouth when talking or taking photos. Since I’ve got my new smile I’ve got so much more confidence and I’m not embarrassed anymore. Thanks so much to Rob and Rachel you have made my experience brilliant. 5 stars to Dovetail.”

    Gabby Galvayne
  • “I was always very nervous about going to the dentists. From the very first meeting with Allanah and Rob they put me at ease and made my journey through each stage easy to deal with.”

    Elizabeth
  • “Not only have the practice done some great work on my teeth over the years but it is the first time going to various dentists where I have felt really comfortable.”

    Mr I A Porteous
  • “From the moment I met Rob & Racheal they placed me at ease and & were very professional, yet very warm and&welcoming. They took me through each step at a time & made feel very confident that I had chosen the right place to have my dental treatment. Nothing was too much trouble for them I now have the most amazing smile, which I didn’t think would be possible and get a lot of compliments on how it looks, it makes me feel more confident. Thank you Rob & Racheal you are both amazing and I have no hesitation on recommending you to anyone.”

    William Wilkinson
  • “If you are looking for a solution to your dental care you will not find a better team anywhere than Dovetail. I can not thank them enough for what they have done for me. It has made all the difference to how feel about everything.”

    Edna Lisle
  • “We have worked with Dovetail for over 8 years and they have been amazing to deal with. I would recommend the company to anyone. Friendly and professional.”

    Hugh Medcalf
  • “Had years of ill fitting dentures and then magically, no problems with eating or anything else. Would recommend to everyone.
    Absolutely wonderful staff who are friendly and make me feel like friends.”

    Joan Bell
  • “My teeth were in a bad state, all I could think was that I didn’t want a denture. I feel normal again and can smile without having to think about it. It’s lovely when people say how nice my teeth are and how natural looking they look.”

    Monica Gunn, Monkseaton
  • “I was delighted with the high quality service that Rob & the team at Dovetail offered and so pleased with how my teeth look I can’t thank them enough.”

    A E Lynch
  • “Rob, Rachel and Kelly couldn’t of made me feel more relaxed before during and after treatment wish id had done sooner great job.”

    Graema Heddon
  • “After years of dental problems and temporary solutions I finally got a perfect outcome. There isn’t a day that goes by that I am not grateful to Rob and his team.”

    Moira Potts
  • “Before finding Dovetail, I’d avoided dentists for years due to bad experiences, but right from the start, i was made to feel relaxed and cared for. I couldn’t be happier with my implants, they have literally changed my life for the better, I can’t thank Rob and Kelly and the rest of the staff enough for helping me through this transformation. I’d highly recommend Dovetail to anyone looking for first class dental care.”

    Lynn Lavender
  • “Excellent service and very friendly staff especially Rob and Allanah. They made me feel at ease as I was a very nervous dental patient. I will definitely return.”

    Andrea

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