Dental Crowns & Bridges in Ingatestone
Restore Strength, Function And Confidence In Your Smile
Being able to speak, laugh and enjoy a meal without worrying about your teeth can make an enormous difference to everyday life. At Start Smiling, our aim is to restore that confidence with comfortable, secure teeth that look natural and work well.
Wherever clinically suitable, we explore fixed solutions that help you avoid a removable partial denture. Crowns, bridges and dental implants give us several ways to repair damaged teeth and replace missing ones, with treatment carefully planned around your dental health, appearance and budget.
From a straightforward crown to a bespoke smile reconstruction, Dr Tom Sealey and Dr Tony Aneiros bring extensive experience and the same attention to detail to every treatment.
What Are Crowns & Bridges?
A crown is a custom-made restoration that fits over a tooth to rebuild its shape, improve its appearance and protect weakened tooth structure. It may be recommended for a tooth that is broken, heavily filled or needs protection following root canal treatment.
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with a restoration supported by neighbouring teeth or dental implants. It stays securely in place, so you don’t remove it for cleaning or overnight as you would a partial denture.
Both are individually designed to suit your mouth and bite. We provide routine crowns and bridges for everyday dental needs, alongside bespoke aesthetic restorations for patients seeking particularly detailed work on the appearance of their smile.
Why Choose Crowns or Bridges?
Damaged or missing teeth can leave you avoiding certain foods, covering your mouth when you laugh or feeling self-conscious in conversation. Carefully planned crowns and bridges can help restore comfortable chewing, support speech and give you confidence in your smile again.
Where suitable, a fixed bridge can offer an alternative to a removable partial denture. Alongside dental implants, it allows us to explore ways of replacing missing teeth without the inconvenience of taking an appliance in and out.
A crown can also help retain a damaged natural tooth that needs more support than a filling can provide. We’ll assess your teeth, gums and bite, explain the alternatives and recommend the approach that best balances preservation, function and appearance.
Crowns & Bridges At Start Smiling, What Makes Us Different?
Dr Tom Sealey and Dr Tony Aneiros each have over 20 years of clinical experience, covering both routine restorative dentistry and complex aesthetic treatment. Tom holds full accreditation with the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, while Tony has been providing aesthetic dentistry to a high standard for more than two decades. Their experience supports everything from protecting a single back tooth to rebuilding a complete smile.
For our routine crowns and bridges, we work with a highly experienced ceramic laboratory to produce strong, accurately fitting restorations with a natural appearance. Digital scanners capture detailed optical 3D images of your teeth, usually avoiding traditional impression trays and materials that can feel uncomfortable or trigger gagging. This digital workflow supports precise planning, efficient communication with the laboratory and a smoother treatment process.
For particularly demanding aesthetic cases, we work with specialist laboratories and master ceramists with whom we have relationships spanning more than 15 years. Their craftsmanship allows intricate personalisation of colour, translucency, shape and surface texture. Examples of our crown and bridgework have been showcased internationally in cosmetic dentistry journals.
You don’t need to choose the most bespoke option to receive excellent care. Our routine restorations offer dependable function, careful fit and an attractive finish at a more accessible price. The additional investment in master-ceramist work reflects the level of individual aesthetic craftsmanship involved (most often considered for visible front teeth or complex smile makeovers). Every option receives the same commitment to careful planning, appropriate materials and clinical quality.
Who are Crowns & Bridges Suitable for?
Crowns and bridges may be suitable if you have broken, weakened or heavily restored teeth, gaps in your smile, or existing dental work that no longer looks or feels right. They can also help patients who want to explore a fixed alternative to a removable partial denture.
You may simply need a reliable crown to protect a back tooth, or you may want to improve the appearance of front teeth that affect your confidence. We offer both routine and bespoke aesthetic options, with clear explanations of their benefits and costs.
Healthy teeth and gums are the foundation of successful treatment. Tom and Tony will assess your mouth carefully, discuss whether crowns, bridges or implants are appropriate, and work with our experienced hygiene team to help you maintain the result.
Whether your priority is comfortable chewing, a more natural smile or freedom from worrying about a removable denture, we’ll help you understand your options.
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What Does Crown Or Bridge Treatment Involve?
Your treatment is carefully planned and explained.
How Much Do Crowns & Bridges Cost?
Patients often ask about dental crowns cost dental crowns cost and dental bridges cost.
Costs depend on the materials used, the number of teeth involved and the complexity of treatment. At Start Smiling:
- Crowns start from £800
- Bridges start from £800 per unit
- Costs are explained clearly before treatment
- No treatment is carried out without your consent
- Finance options may be available
Transparency is always a priority in our private dentistry services.
Caring For Crowns & Bridges
Looking after restorations is similar to caring for natural teeth.
We’ll guide you on:
- Daily oral hygiene routines
- Regular check-ups and hygiene visits
- Protecting restorations from damage
Good care can help support long-term stability and function.
Frequently Asked Questions
What our patients have to say...
John Robinson
Patient
I have been using start smiling for the last 4 years, I can highly recommend their services. I had 3 implants fitted, and also some cosmetic work done . I am very pleased with the results. Thank you to all the staff there.
Jeff Emberson
Patient
My Dentist is Tony Aneiros, he has been my Dentist for many years. I have confidence in his skills as Dentist and he has always been very professional when caring for my teeth. He has a friendly manner and is mindful to keep the patient at ease and pain free. We recently moved and now live a long way from the surgery, but I have no intention of changing Dentist.
Toni Featherstone
Patient
Absolutely amazing, before coming here I had a terrible fear with dentist. From the day I went to start smily I have felt completely at ease! Can’t not recommend them enough! Thank you so much I can’t wait now for the final finish of my new teeth 🦷
Denise Somers
Patient
Every member of staff is always extremely kind, thorough, and patient. Always thorough in explanations and ensure every client feels valued.
Gill Carter
Patient
Bradley the Hygienist is very considerate as I really don’t like the process but I know it’s necessary. I would recommend him if you are a nervous patient.
Lynn Culley
Patient
Have been going to Start Smiling for as long as I can remember. I am an old person, but still wants a good smile. 😬. Natalie the hygienist is lovely. Receptionist are always polite and friendly. Tom my dentist is good. Never felt worried or anxious when I go.
Anne-Marie Winch
Patient
Very satisfied with all treatment received so far. I shall be using Start-Smiling from now on for check ups, hygienist, etc. A very friendly and helpful team. Thank you
Michael Seymour
Patient
I had some excellent treatment at Start smiling and can’t thank the team enough. The care and kindness shown by everyone really stood out and put me completely at ease. A fantastic dentist and a genuinely caring practice
Steve Franks
Patient
Turned up late for my appointment due to train issues, I was already extremely nervous but the staff were very kind and considerate. Appointment itself was fine despite my rambling on in my nervousness. Very professional service. Thank you Start Smiling I would recommend you to anyone with similar 'phobias'
Nicky Allen
Patient
We’ve had such a great experience with Tony, the orthodontist treating my son. His teeth are coming along beautifully and we’re so pleased with the progress. Tracey on reception and the nurse are both absolutely lovely — always welcoming, kind, and they truly go above and beyond. The whole team makes every visit a positive experience. I would highly recommend.
A-A Ron
Patient
Great practice, very friendly, high quality of dental care from Dr Tom Sealey and his colleagues. Just had a brace fitted and it was carried out very quickly with no discomfort. I have been going for 10 years or so. Thoroughly recommend.
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