How Same-Day Crowns Save Time Without Sacrificing Quality
When you hear the word “crown,” you might imagine a dental treatment that takes multiple office visits and a lot of patience. Traditionally, that’s been true; crowns have required messy impressions, temporary restorations, and at least two trips to the dentist. But today, advances in dental technology mean you don’t have to wait weeks to restore your smile. With same-day crowns, you can walk into the office with a damaged or weakened tooth and leave the very same day with a strong, custom-fit crown. Read on to learn more about our CEREC crowns.
What Are Same-Day Crowns?
Same-day crowns are permanent dental crowns designed, created, and placed in a single appointment. Using digital scanning technology and an in-office milling machine, your dentist can capture a precise 3D model of your tooth and craft a crown that’s customized to your smile.
This means no temporary crown, no waiting for a dental lab to ship your restoration, and no need to take extra time off work or rearrange your schedule.
How CEREC Same-Day Crowns Work
CEREC is an exciting technology that allows us to create custom dental crowns quickly and conveniently, often in a single visit. Here’s how the process works:
- Digital Scanning: Instead of using impression trays filled with putty, we take a comfortable digital scan of your teeth. This scan is more accurate and eliminates the goopy mess that many patients dread.
- Designing the Crown: Using advanced software, your dentist designs your crown right in the office. The program ensures that the restoration matches your bite and blends naturally with your other teeth.
- Milling the Crown: The design is then sent to a milling machine that carves the crown from a durable block of ceramic. This material is long-lasting, biocompatible, and made to withstand daily chewing forces.
- Placement: Once your crown is ready, we ensure a perfect fit, make any necessary adjustments, and securely bond it in place. You walk out with a fully restored tooth, no temporary crown required.
Why Same Day Doesn’t Mean Sacrificing Quality
It’s natural to wonder whether something made in just one appointment could really last. The answer is yes. Same-day crowns are crafted from high-strength ceramic that rivals the durability of traditional crowns. With proper care — brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups — your same-day crown can last for many years.
In fact, digital design technology often improves accuracy compared to traditional impressions, leading to crowns that fit better and feel more comfortable. Same-day crowns are an excellent solution for many patients with cracked, weakened, or heavily decayed teeth. However, there are still cases where a traditional crown may still be recommended, such as when a tooth needs a specialized material or has very complex structural concerns.
The best way to know if same-day crowns are right for you is to schedule a consultation with us at our office located in Cincinnati, OH. At Millennium Family Dentistry, we’ll walk you through your options and recommend the treatment that best fits your needs.
If you’ve been putting off a crown because of the time commitment, now may be the perfect time to explore same-day options.
