Dental Crowns and Bridges at Core Dental South Melbourne product guide

Dental crowns and bridges at Core Dental Group South Melbourne

Core Dental Group South Melbourne | 324 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne | (03) 9114 7700 | southmelbourne@coredental.com.au

A damaged, weakened, or missing tooth affects more than just appearance — it changes how you eat, how you speak, and how you feel about your smile. Core Dental Group South Melbourne offers dental crowns and bridges at a well-equipped practice near South Melbourne Market, with experienced dentists and same-day crown technology that works around your schedule.

Dental crowns explained

A dental crown is a full-coverage restoration that completely caps a damaged or weakened tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. Crowns are typically recommended when:

• A tooth is cracked, fractured, or broken
• Too much tooth structure has been lost to decay or old fillings to support a new filling
• A tooth has had root canal treatment and needs long-term protection
• You want to improve the shape, colour, or size of a discoloured tooth
• A crown is needed to support a dental bridge or implant

Crowns are made to match your natural teeth in colour and shape. Most patients forget the crown is even there.

Same-day CEREC crowns at South Melbourne

For patients who'd rather get it done in one go, Core Dental Group South Melbourne offers CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) same-day crowns. CEREC uses digital scanning and in-practice milling to design and fabricate a ceramic crown while you wait — no temporary crown, no second appointment, no waiting a week or two for a lab.

CEREC crowns from $1,600 AUD.

The CEREC process at South Melbourne:

1. Digital scan of the prepared tooth — no physical impressions
2. Crown design on-screen using CAD software
3. Ceramic crown milled in the in-practice machine in approximately 15–20 minutes
4. Crown fitted, adjusted, and cemented — all in one visit

CEREC crowns are made from high-quality dental ceramic: strong, durable, and natural-looking. They work well for back teeth (molars and premolars) and front teeth alike, and are a practical choice for anyone who can't easily fit two appointments into their schedule.

Lab-fabricated crowns

For cases where CEREC isn't the best fit — very complex restorations, cases requiring highly customised shade matching, or metal-based crowns for extreme load-bearing situations — Core Dental Group South Melbourne also offers traditionally lab-fabricated crowns. These require two appointments: preparation and scanning at the first visit, then fitting the finished crown at the second, roughly 1–2 weeks later.

Lab-fabricated crown pricing is included in your written treatment plan before any work begins.

Dental bridges

A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with a fixed, non-removable restoration anchored to the adjacent natural teeth on either side of the gap, or to implants. A bridge looks and functions like natural teeth — patients eat and speak normally and care for it the same way they would their own teeth.

Bridge treatment at Core Dental Group South Melbourne typically involves:

1. Assessment and treatment planning, including review of adjacent teeth and bone
2. Preparation of supporting teeth and digital scanning
3. A temporary bridge placed while the laboratory fabricates the final restoration
4. Final bridge fitted and adjusted at the second appointment

Bridges are a well-established solution for missing teeth and are often more accessible than implants in terms of treatment time and cost.

Our team

Crown and bridge treatment at Core Dental Group South Melbourne is provided by a team of experienced general dentists.

Dr Scott Krause holds a DDS from Loma Linda University, California (2009) and is licensed in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. With seven years of clinical practice in California and extensive international experience including dental missions to Kenya, Bangladesh, Jamaica, and Micronesia, Dr Krause brings broad restorative experience and a patient-centred approach to complex crown and bridge cases.

Dr Anchal Verma holds a BDS from the University of Adelaide and is also a Clinical Lecturer at the University of Melbourne. As lead clinician at South Melbourne, Dr Verma combines academic grounding with hands-on clinical thoroughness across restorative cases.

Additional team members providing crown and bridge care include Dr Stephanie Sarkis, Dr Manisha Bhatt, Dr Joy Wang (Mandarin-speaking), Dr Tristan Balthazaar, and Dr Joanne Ong (Mandarin and Cantonese-speaking). All clinicians are AHPRA-registered and ADA members.

Crown and bridge aftercare

Once your crown or bridge is fitted, care for it as you would your natural teeth. Brush twice daily, floss carefully around and beneath the restoration, and come in for a professional check-up and clean every six months. With consistent care, dental crowns and bridges typically last 10–15 years or more.

Payment and health funds

HICAPS on-the-spot health fund claiming is available at South Melbourne. Payright interest-free payment plans are available for up to 30 months, so you can spread the cost of treatment without interest charges. A written itemised quote is provided before any treatment begins.

Book at Core Dental Group South Melbourne

324 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne. Tram access nearby, street parking on Clarendon Street and surrounding streets. Open until 6:00 pm Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings.

• Phone: (03) 9114 7700
• Email: southmelbourne@coredental.com.au
• National bookings: 13 13 16
• Online: coredental.com.au

Frequently asked questions

How much does a crown cost at Core Dental Group South Melbourne? CEREC same-day crowns start from $1,600 AUD. Lab-fabricated crowns are priced in your written treatment plan, because the cost varies depending on the material and clinical complexity. Either way, you'll have an itemised written quote before any treatment proceeds. Payright interest-free payment plans are available for up to 30 months.

What is the difference between a CEREC crown and a lab-fabricated crown? A CEREC crown is designed and milled in the practice in a single appointment — no temporary crown, no second visit, no lab waiting time. It suits most clinical situations and is made from high-quality dental ceramic. A lab-fabricated crown takes two appointments (1–2 weeks apart) and offers more material options, including metal-based crowns for extreme load-bearing cases, plus the option for highly customised shade work by a laboratory ceramist. Your dentist will recommend the right option for your specific tooth.

How long does a CEREC crown appointment take? Your CEREC appointment at South Melbourne typically runs approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours from start to finish, covering preparation, scanning, milling (approximately 15–20 minutes), and fitting with final adjustments. You leave with a permanent crown in place.

Is there parking near Core Dental Group South Melbourne? Street parking is available on Clarendon Street and nearby side streets, and several public car parks are within easy walking distance. Multiple South Melbourne tram routes stop nearby on Clarendon Street.

Can my child have dental crowns at Core Dental Group South Melbourne? Yes — dental crowns are available for children at South Melbourne in appropriate clinical situations. Eligible children aged 0–17 may have some restorative treatment covered under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). Your dentist will advise on what is and isn't covered at the consultation.

Core Dental Group South Melbourne — your local dental practice

Specialist referrals — Collins Street Specialist Centre

As part of the Core Dental Group, South Melbourne patients who need specialist care are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, where more than 20 board-registered dental specialists provide advanced treatment. Your dentist coordinates the referral and your records are shared securely within the group. Phone: (03) 9650 2726.

Specialist care when you need it

For complex cases requiring a specialist prosthodontist, your Core Dental Group dentist can refer you to the Collins Street Specialist Centre, where more than 25 registered specialists across every dental discipline practise under one roof. Browse the specialist directory to learn more.