Laboratory-made · Digital planning
Dental crowns Brisbane.
A crown is a custom-made cap over the remaining tooth. Compare laboratory-made zirconia and porcelain to protect a weakened tooth, with clear preparation and an itemised plan.
Above Seasons IGA · Free undercover parking · Lift access
The right starting point
Protect what remains. Check what comes first.
Understand the choices.
Make an informed decision.
A crown is not automatically the answer.
We first assess whether a conservative repair is possible, whether the nerve or gums need treatment and whether the tooth can support a crown. Implant crowns follow a different restoration pathway from crowns on natural teeth.
Why would I need a crown if my tooth doesn’t hurt?
A tooth can feel fine even when very little tooth remains around a large filling. We look at the walls that take the pressure when you bite, particularly on a back tooth that has had root canal treatment. If those walls are thin, a crown may help protect them. If they’re sound and the filling covers only one or two surfaces, we may recommend keeping the composite and checking the tooth every six months.
Understand your options
Strength, shade and the bite.
Material selection is a clinical decision, not a universal upgrade.
Zirconia
A strength-focused option that may suit back teeth and heavier bite forces. The stated full zirconia fee is $2,000 per tooth after assessment.
Porcelain options
Shade and translucency may be priorities for a visible tooth. We discuss the suitable design for its position and remaining structure.
Digital planning
Intraoral records support laboratory planning. Dr Majid considers natural contours, cleanable contacts and a comfortable bite.
What happens next
Your laboratory-made crown.
Care in our East Brisbane practice,
with your questions welcome.
Assess the tooth
Examine the tooth, existing restoration, bite and gums. Take imaging or scans where needed and compare suitable alternatives.
Prepare and scan
Prepare the tooth as appropriate, take digital records and use a temporary crown when needed while the laboratory makes the final restoration.
Fit and check
Check fit, contacts, colour and bite before bonding or fitting the crown. Explain care around its margins and arrange reviews.
Before you book
Before you choose a crown.
Practical details to help you choose your next step.
How long does a dental crown take?
Most laboratory-made crowns need at least two visits: planning and preparation, then fitting after fabrication. Timing depends on the tooth, preparation and laboratory workflow.
Do you offer same-day final crowns?
EasyCare generally provides laboratory-made final crowns, rather than promising same-day chairside crowns. A temporary crown may be appropriate while the final crown is made.
Should I choose zirconia or porcelain?
Zirconia can be a strength-focused option, particularly for back teeth. Porcelain options may be considered where shade and translucency are priorities. Tooth position, bite and remaining structure guide the choice.
How long can a crown last?
Longevity varies with bite forces, grinding, decay risk, gum health, cleaning and remaining tooth structure. Reviews help check the crown and its margins; no lifetime result is guaranteed.
Does every root-canal-treated tooth need a crown?
Not automatically. Back teeth often benefit from protection, but your dentist assesses the tooth and remaining healthy structure before recommending a crown.
What if an old crown comes off or breaks?
Keep the crown if possible and contact the clinic. Avoid chewing on that tooth. Read the dedicated crown came off guide for practical next steps and seek assessment for pain, swelling or trauma.
Does the $2,000 price include every possible treatment?
It is the stated full zirconia crown fee per tooth after assessment. Additional preparation or other indicated care can change the total plan. Ask for an itemised estimate; the detailed crown-cost guide explains fee factors.
Can I claim a health-fund rebate?
Rebates depend on your policy and annual limits, not the crown price alone. HICAPS is available for eligible claims, and the team can discuss payment-plan options.
Does crown preparation permanently change the tooth?
Preparation removes tooth structure to make room for the crown. Discuss the amount needed, suitable conservative alternatives and future maintenance before deciding.
Should I whiten before choosing a crown shade?
If you are considering whitening visible natural teeth, discuss the sequence before the crown is made. A crown will not whiten like a natural tooth after fitting.
What if my bite feels different after fitting?
Contact the practice about persistent discomfort or a bite that feels high. The fit and bite may need review rather than waiting for the tooth to adapt.
East Brisbane QLD 4169
Free undercover parking.
Take the medical lift next to the Seasons IGA entrance to Level 1.