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Crowns, bridges & dentures

Restore broken, heavily decayed or root-treated teeth with a crown, and replace missing teeth with a bridge or dentures, so you can eat and smile with confidence again.

5 optionscrowns, bridges, dentures 1–2 weekstypical treatment time 3 clinicsBangkok, Hat Yai, Pattani
A crown on a single tooth and a three-unit bridge with a pontic in the middle Crown Bridge Ponticreplacement tooth, no root
A crown (left) and a three-unit bridge (right)
What is it

What are crowns, bridges and dentures?

A crown is a cap that covers the whole tooth, restoring a broken, heavily decayed or root-treated tooth so it is stronger and looks better.

A bridge replaces 1–2 missing teeth by attaching to the teeth on either side. Dentures can be removable or supported by dental implants, for people who have lost several or all of their teeth.

Your dentist recommends the best option after an examination, considering your teeth, gums, bone and budget.

  1. ✓Broken, chipped or cracked teethToo damaged for an ordinary filling
  2. ✓Root-treated teethOften brittle; a crown helps prevent fractures
  3. ✓Some missing teethReplaced with a bridge, partial denture or implant
  4. ✓All teeth missingComplete dentures or implant-supported dentures
Types

Types of dentures, bridges and crowns

Your dentist recommends the right option for the number of missing teeth, the condition of the neighbouring teeth and your budget.

Partial dentures with metal and acrylic basesClinic photo
Partial denture

Partial denture

A removable denture that replaces some missing teeth, made with either an acrylic base (light and easy to adjust) or a metal base (thin, snug and strong), held by clasps on your natural teeth.

Suits: several missing teeth, some natural teeth remaining

Complete acrylic denturesClinic photo
Complete denture

Complete denture

A removable acrylic-base denture for people who have lost all the teeth in the upper or lower jaw, helping with eating, speaking and smiling.

Suits: no teeth in an arch

Dental bridgeClinic photo
Bridge

Bridge

Replaces 1–2 missing teeth with a pontic attached to crowns on the neighbouring teeth. Fixed in place, no need to remove it.

Suits: 1–2 missing teeth with healthy neighbours

Dental crownClinic photo
Crown

Crown

Covers the whole tooth in all-ceramic material (such as zirconia) or porcelain fused to metal, colour-matched to your other teeth.

Suits: broken, heavily decayed or root-treated teeth

Teeth supported on dental implantsClinic photo
Implant-supported

Implant-supported denture

Dentures or bridges fixed onto dental implants, so they don’t slip and you can chew more securely. See dental implants →

Suits: loose dentures, or wanting fixed teeth

The process

Crowns, bridges and dentures, step by step

Usually about 1–2 weeks. Your dentist confirms the number of visits and cost after the examination.

  1. Examination & planning

    We check your teeth and gums and take X-rays to choose the right option.

  2. Preparing the teeth

    Teeth are shaped for a crown or bridge, or teeth and gums are treated first before making dentures.

  3. Impressions & shade

    Impressions or a scan are taken and a shade chosen to match your natural teeth.

  4. Temporary crown / denture try-in

    A temporary crown protects the tooth while you wait, or you try in the denture to check fit and bite.

    About 1–2 weeks for the final work
  5. Fitting

    The crown or bridge is cemented, or the denture is fitted, and your bite is adjusted.

  6. Follow-up & adjustments

    Check-ups and adjustments when needed, with care advice.

1–2 weekstypical treatment time
Every 6 monthscheck-up and denture fit check
Shade-matchedto your natural teeth
Temporary dentures

Having a tooth out but don’t want a gap?

Tell your dentist before the extraction so a temporary denture can be planned for you. After an extraction, or when your braces come off, you can leave with teeth straight away and keep smiling with confidence.

  1. Tell your dentist in advanceLet us know you don’t want a gap after the extraction
  2. Impressions & temporary dentureThe denture is made before extraction day
  3. Fitted straight afterLeave the clinic with a full smile
  4. Plan the permanent toothOnce healed: a bridge, denture or implant

“Because your smile is our masterpiece.”

Your dentist will assess whether an immediate temporary denture suits your case.

Temporary denture after extraction, infographic from Mhor Ped Ruk Fun (Thai)
Benefits

Benefits of crowns, bridges and dentures

  • Chew more comfortably

    Replaces missing or damaged teeth so you can bite and chew again.

  • Smile with confidence

    Shape and shade matched to your neighbouring teeth.

  • Protects weak teeth

    A crown helps reduce the chance of a root-treated or heavily decayed tooth breaking.

  • Neighbouring teeth stay put

    Filling the gap helps stop nearby and opposing teeth drifting.

  • Clearer speech

    A complete set of teeth helps you pronounce words more clearly.

  • Supports lips and cheeks

    Complete dentures help prevent the sunken look that comes with tooth loss.

Results depend on each person’s mouth, bite and care.

FAQ

Crowns, bridges and dentures questions

Does a crown require trimming the tooth?

Yes. The tooth is shaped all round to make space for the crown. How much depends on the material and the tooth, and your dentist explains this before starting.

How long does a crown or bridge take?

Usually about 1–2 weeks, with at least 2 visits: one to prepare the tooth and take impressions, and one to fit the final crown or bridge.

How long does a crown last?

It depends on the material, your bite and how well you look after it. Brush, floss and have a check-up every 6 months.

How is a bridge different from an implant?

A bridge is attached to the neighbouring teeth, which need to be trimmed. An implant is placed in the bone without trimming neighbouring teeth. Your dentist will recommend the option that suits you.

How long does it take to get used to new dentures?

At first they may feel strange, speaking and chewing may feel awkward, and there may be sore spots. Come back for adjustments. Most people get used to them within a few weeks.

Should I take my dentures out at night?

Removable dentures should be taken out at night to let your gums rest, and kept in clean water or a denture solution as your dentist advises.

How do I clean dentures?

Take them out and brush them daily with a denture brush, rinse after meals, avoid very hot water, and come in for regular check-ups and adjustments.

Book a consultation

Book a crown or denture consultation near you

Message us on LINE or WhatsApp and say you are interested in crowns, bridges or dentures. We will book your examination.

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Mhor Ped Ruk Fun

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