Crowns

Crowns are advised when it is necessary to protect, strengthen and restore teeth. They may also be used to cover discoloured or misshapen teeth to improve the overall appearance of your smile.

Available in a range of materials, our crowns permanently sit over the entire visible surface of your existing tooth and are made to look as real as your own natural tooth.

The procedure takes two appointments. At the first appointment, we minimally shape the tooth and place a temporary crown. About 14 days later at your second appointment, we remove the temporary crown, place your new crown and check the fit and your bite.

The crown can last for many years if good oral hygiene is maintained, depending on the condition of the original tooth. Additional care should be taken to keep the crown and surrounding area clean. Your Sturminster Dental Care dentist or dental hygienist will recommend an appropriate home care regime.

Dentist

Ian Mercer

Ian joined Sturminster Dental Care in January 2016. lan-qualified from Guys Hospital Dental School in 1991 and has spent much of his professional career in the Royal Army Dental Corps including operational commitments in many countries. lan left the army in 2012 after serving for 21 years. Ian is really enjoying being part of the team and providing the best care to all of our patients.

Ian Mercer
Patient Reviews

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Fran Sutcliffe

AJ is amazing at implants. Very professional and careful with his work. The implant prep was completely pain free after a couple of injections. I had a little discomfort the next day which was easily sorted with a paracetamol. The following day and then onwards no pain at all!!<br>I put this down to the careful preparation and procedure carried out by AJ. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to friends and family.

13th September 2026

Everyone is always very friendly and helpful - from the reception team to the Dentist.

12th September 2026

Everyone at the practice was so friendly and made everything so easy. Didn't have to wait too long for my appointment and I am booked in again

11th September 2026

The practice is very modern and very efficient. The staff are all patient focused, extremely pleasant and competent.

10th September 2026

Very friendly, organised and well laid out

9th September 2026

Nice staff that put me at my ease

8th September 2026

Staff were professional and polite and sympathetic.

6th September 2026

Expert clinicians who operate in a modern, well run dental practice.

5th September 2026

Easy and thorough.

3rd September 2026

Hygeinest on time, receptionist gave me a warm welcome, assistant was really helpful, was treated with respect and care which helps my anxiety levels.

3rd September 2026

The previous evening part of a molar split in two. Phoned the next day, offered an appointment later in the morning. Receptionist very helpful and polite.Dentist fixed the problem - all done in 30 minutes. Cost £158 happy to pay for such an efficient service.

28th August 2026

Very friendly, professional service from all involved

28th August 2026

They are all great people. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Two very minor comments to fill up this space: There could be blue-rimmed safety classes for boys and a magazine in reception about classic cars (not that there'd ever be much time to read it). Oh and the lift can be a Godsend on the days when my legs are very weak. That's it. You can't improve on perfection!

28th August 2026

Great care by Darren and Gemma, polite, kind, and professional

28th August 2026

First class treatment from everyone

27th August 2026

Mani is a very considerate and skilled dentist and togerther with the practice nurse they made a very efficient team and were always in full control and kept me informed on progress. This was one of my best experiences at this dentist and could you pass on my thanks to Emmanuel and the nurse for such a pleasant experience

27th August 2026

I could not fault any part of the experience

26th August 2026

I was in pain and needed an appointment which was worked on very efficiently by ( I think) Katrina needing her to call me back twice to fix a date and time. I was also offered antibiotics in case of deterioration. Exceptional service all round.

26th August 2026

The hygienist Darren explained everything really clearly, proceeded slowly and gently and gave helpful advice. Also answered all my questions with clarity and ease.

23rd August 2026

There is always a warm and friendly welcome. I have been coming here for about 10 years and Helen is the best hygienist I have ever been to.

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