Same-Visit Crown Service
Many crowns can be completed in a single visit, eliminating weeks of waiting and the need for temporary restorations. You can leave with your permanent crown the same day.
Crowns and Bridges
Non-members: £895 | Members: £760
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Trevor Anderson Staff are always very friendly, helpful, and efficient and the practice is very impressively equipped technically, including photographic modelling and ‘while you wait’ crown machining. Over the years I have had a range of procedures from crowns to whitening and have always been very pleased with the results.READ MORE
Family-owned clinic for +30 years
Boutique in-house laboratory
Multidisciplinary specialist expertise in-house
Providing same-visit crowns since 2005. 20+ years of happy patients
Thousands of smiles successfully restored
Consistently 5-star rated
Complete Your Smile in One Visit
A broken, decayed or missing tooth can make you feel ashamed to smile, laugh, and even speak. But it doesn’t end there. Your ability to bite and chew may also be impacted, and you may also face an increased risk of further oral health issues.
Whether you need to restore a weakened tooth or replace one that’s been lost, crowns and bridges offer a beautifully natural solution.
At Helen’s Bay Dental Practice, we’re proud to place beautiful, custom-made same-visit crowns, crafted in our very own in-house laboratory.
These restorations are designed with precision, strength, and aesthetics in mind — so you can smile, speak and eat with complete ease again.
Crowns and Bridges Explained
Crowns are custom-made caps that fit over the top of a damaged or weakened tooth. They restore shape, size, strength, and appearance, giving the tooth a completely new lease of life. We can also use crowns to complete single-tooth dental implant restorations.
Bridges consist of one or more replacement teeth (known as pontics) held in place by crowns on the adjacent teeth or supported by dental implants. They quite literally “bridge the gap” in your smile.
We craft both restorations to match the colour, shape, and proportions of your natural teeth—so they don’t just restore your bite, they restore your confidence, too.
Why Teeth Need Restoring
Teeth can become damaged for many reasons—decay, injury, wear, or as part of age-related changes. Sometimes, damage affects the structure of a tooth without completely destroying it. In these cases, a crown can save and protect the remaining healthy tooth.
When a tooth is missing altogether, a bridge can replace it. Not only does this restore your smile, but it also prevents your surrounding teeth from shifting into the gap, a process known as dental drift. Left untreated, this can affect your bite and lead to future complications.
You may need a crown or bridge to:
- Rebuild a broken or worn-down tooth
- Protect a tooth after root canal treatment
- Support a tooth with a large filling
- Improve the appearance of a damaged tooth
- Replace one or more missing teeth
- Restore bite strength and chewing function
- Prevent dental drift and preserve alignment
Whatever your reason, the outcome is the same: a smile that looks natural, feels strong, and helps you live with confidence.
Discover the Boutique In-House Lab Behind the Restorations
Our boutique in-house dental laboratory represents a remarkable advantage rarely found in Northern Ireland, allowing us to deliver exceptional crowns and bridges with unmatched speed, quality, and precision.
Types of Dental Crowns
Not all crowns are the same. The best type for you will depend on which tooth we’re restoring and your goals for appearance and durability.
What To Expect From Your Crown Placement
We begin with an assessment to check the health of your tooth and the surrounding gum. We’ll discuss the best material based on your needs and preferences.
To fit a crown, we gently shape the existing tooth to allow space for the crown to sit comfortably and securely. Our in-house laboratory will then create a bespoke crown to match your teeth in terms of colour, shape, and texture.
Once your custom crown is ready, we’ll bond it into position and make any final adjustments to ensure it fits and feels natural. The entire process is quick, and you can leave with a restored smile the same day.
Placing Your Dental Bridge
We’ll start by examining your mouth, taking digital scans or X-rays, and determining which type of bridge suits your smile and needs. If teeth on either side of the gap are healthy, a traditional or cantilever bridge may be suitable. If they’re not, we may recommend implants to support the bridge.
For traditional or cantilever bridges, the supporting teeth are gently reshaped to allow crowns to be placed. If we’re using a Maryland bridge, no reshaping may be needed — just a light surface etch.
We’ll then take impressions for our laboratory to create your custom bridge. Our skilled team will then produce a bridge that seamlessly blends with your smile. Once your bridge is ready, we’ll ensure the fit, bite, and appearance are perfect before bonding it securely in place.
Why Choose Crowns and Bridges?
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Read what our patients say about outstanding treatment at Helen’s Bay.
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Hannah McEvoy I went ahead with the veneers I have been planning, and can only say the usual attention to detail and client care was more than present, and I am OVERJOYED with my new smile!!! This has totally uplifted my confidence; I’m no longer self-conscious and covering my mouth to laugh or smile, I’m proud of my big grin and amazing new teeth, and the compliments from friends and family who are stunned by the difference and how natural my smile looks. I cannot give enough thanks to Sarah and the team for all their work!!READ MORE
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Maureen Moore I came to Helens Bay Dental on the recommendation of a friend. I have had implants, restorations, and root canal treatment. Gareth Small is an outstanding dentist and I just love his attention to detail. An outstanding dental practice. I cannot recommend it highly enough.READ MORE
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Elizabeth Crossland Helens Bay Dental Practice is excellent and is how all dental practices should be run. All members of staff are really welcoming and make you feel at ease from the start. Sarah, my dentist, is very professional and explained everything to me in great detail and I am delighted with my treatment so far; also Lorraine, who is an excellent hygienist.READ MORE
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Heather Savage On the 1/12/25 I was nervous and apprehensive as I was beginning my dental implant journey. I didn’t know what to expect but I needn’t have worried as the dentist, Edward, and dental nurses, Beata and Alison, put me at ease immediately. Before I knew it, my teeth were out and my posts were in. I felt no pain and was supported through it all. A few hours later my temporary implant arch was fitted and already I could smile with confidence. They are a wonderful team and everyone I have been in contact with has been pleasant, helpful, and supportive. Just another few weeks and I will have my permanent implants. My only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner. I would 100% recommend Helens Bay Dental to anyone who is still thinking about taking the first step towards implants. Thank you to everyone in this amazing dental practice. I am counting down the days to my permanent teeth. Today I got my permanent teeth and I am absolutely delighted and as always the care was 5-star. Thanks to everyone.READ MORE
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Frances Britton Staff are always friendly and welcoming, eager to put an anxious patient like myself at ease. My teeth have never before been so well cared for. I highly recommend Helens Bay Dental Practice.READ MORE
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A. McDowell I went to the hygienist today for a routine clean and had such a great experience. Gill was amazing – she instantly put me at ease with her knowledge and experience, and took the time to address my concerns about my gums. I also received a lovely warm welcome from Shelley, the nurse, who provided excellent support throughout my treatment. Both made the whole visit really comfortable and reassuring. Highly recommend!READ MORE
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Julie Lillie Today my implant was fitted. The experience today was pleasant and the procedure was explained extremely well by Gareth. All the staff were friendly and efficient. I am delighted with the end result.READ MORE
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Dental Crowns and Bridges in Bangor
Whether you’re restoring a single tooth or replacing several, crowns and bridges offer an effective, time-tested solution to protect your oral health and transform your confidence.
We produce and place custom-made same-day crowns and natural-looking bridges that will keep your smile looking fantastic for years to come.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
Find Us at Helen’s Bay Station Square
Conveniently located in the heart of Helen’s Bay with excellent transport links and free parking right at our front door.
Just Steps from Helen’s Bay Station
Our practice sits directly by Helen’s Bay Station, making us easily accessible by train from across Northern Ireland.
A Stone’s Throw from Bangor and Belfast
Whether you’re travelling by car or train, we’re perfectly positioned for patients throughout County Down and beyond.
Free Parking at Your Front Door
No need to worry about parking fees or walking distances – free parking spaces are available directly outside our practice.
