Do you need a dental crown, but want to save yourself time in the dentist's chair? Same-day dental crowns are a modern solution that uses CAD/CAM milling technology to allow patients to receive their dental crown the very same day as their dental appointment! The advantages include no follow-up appointment, no temporary crown, and no waiting weeks for your restored tooth!
What is a Dental Crown?
Dental crown restorations are designed to repair a cracked, chipped, decayed or otherwise damaged tooth. They work by covering the tooth, replacing its enamel covering with a durable, tooth-colored material.
Dental crown placement requires tooth preparation by your dentist, including the removal of all tooth decay and the tooth's outer enamel layer, to create enough space for a strong crown restoration.
Do I Need a Dental Crown?
Dental crowns are often recommended for damaged teeth, when a dental filling will not be enough to restore a tooth's function, color, shape or appearance. Dental crowns can help correct or restore:
- Severely decayed teeth
- Cracked teeth
- Damaged teeth
- Teeth that need sealing from root canal therapy
Why Choose Same-Day Dental Crowns?
Same-day dental crowns, often provided with CEREC technology, offer several convenient benefits for restorative dentistry patients, including:
Faster treatment. Receive your tooth restoration in just one visit. No need to wait weeks for your new dental crown!
Spending less time in the dentist's chair. Patients who experience dental anxiety or discomfort when it comes to receiving dental care can find relief in the shorter treatment time
Convenience. With no need for a follow-up visit to place your permanent crown, you can receive the smile restoration you need without disrupting your schedule.
No temporary crown. Designed to last a short time, temporary dental crowns can cause irritation for some patients.
How Do Same-Day Dental Crowns Work?
After your dentist determines the best dental crown material for you, they will take a digital scan of your tooth to custom-create your crown for the ideal fit. Using advanced technology, your dentist will design your same-day dental crown to a milling machine, allowing it to be made with unique software directly in the office. You'll have just a short, in-office waiting period (20-30 minutes) before your new crown is ready to be placed.
Your dentist will place the crown over the tooth, take a fast digital x-ray to confirm proper placement and fit, then permanently attaches your new restoration, all in the same visit.
What are Same-Day Crowns Made of?
Same-day dental crowns are often crafted from strong, durable materials like ceramic and porcelain. Crowns are crafted to blend in with your natural teeth so no one will be able to tell you've had a dental crown placed.
Is a Same-Day Crown Right for Me?
Post patients who need to restore teeth from damage or decay will be candidates for dental crowns. Crowns can also be used to cover and seal the tooth after root canal therapy or dental implant placement. Your dentist will offer the insight you need to help you determine if faster treatment with a same-day crown is right for you!
Learn More About Same-Day Crown
Want to restore a damaged tooth in a single visit, rather than multiple dental appointments weeks apart? With advanced CAD/CAM technology, single-visit dental crowns can save you time in the dentist's chair; avoid waiting weeks with a temporary crown, and ask your dentist if same-day crowns are right for you.
