CEREC Same-Day Crowns: The Quick and Easy Way to Restore Your Smile
Are you needing a dental crown but don’t want to wait weeks for the procedure to be completed?
Look no further than CEREC same-day crowns.
These crowns can be created and placed in one appointment, saving you time and hassle.
In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of CEREC same-day crowns and answer the important question; “How long does a same-day crown take?”
What are CEREC same-day crowns?
CEREC is a type of dental technology that allows dentists to create and place ceramic dental restorations in just one visit.
Get your perfect smile with CEREC same-day crowns at Keystone Dentistry.
How long do CEREC same-day crowns take?
Getting a CEREC same-day crown usually takes around 2-3 hours, including the time to take digital impressions, design, mill, and place the crown.
Because everything is done in one visit, you don’t need to worry about scheduling a follow-up appointment or wearing a temporary crown.
So let’s take a more detailed look at the process of CEREC same-day crowns.
Step 1: Preparing the tooth
First, the dentist will prepare the tooth by removing decay or damaged areas.
Then, they will shape the tooth so that the crown can fit over it properly.
Step 2: Digital scanning
Next, the dentist will use a special camera to scan your tooth digitally.
This scan will create a 3D model of your tooth on a computer.
Step 3: Designing the crown
Using the 3D model of your tooth, the dentist will design a custom crown that fits perfectly over your prepared tooth.
They will consider the shape, size, and color of your surrounding teeth to ensure a natural-looking result.
Step 4: Milling the crown
Once the design is finalized, the CEREC machine will mill your crown out of a block of ceramic material.
This process usually takes 15-20 minutes, so you can relax in the dental chair, watch a movie, or listen to music.
Step 5: Placing the crown
Once everything looks good, the dentist will bond the crown to your tooth using dental cement, and you’ll have a new crown that looks like a natural tooth.
So, there you have it – the process of CEREC same-day crowns.
Benefits of CEREC same-day crowns
Aside from saving time, CEREC same-day crowns offer several other advantages. These include:
Custom-made to fit your mouth perfectly
Because of the accuracy of the digital imaging and the fact that the crown is designed and created on-site, the dentist can ensure it fits your mouth perfectly, resulting in a comfortable and secure fit.
No need for messy impressions
With CEREC technology, there’s no need for the traditional process of taking messy impressions of your teeth.
No need for temporary crowns
With CEREC same-day crowns, there’s no need for a temporary crown, meaning you can leave the office with a fully restored tooth.
Conclusion
If you need a dental crown but don’t want to wait weeks for the process to be completed, CEREC same-day crowns may be the perfect solution.
Not only do they save time and hassle, but they also offer several other benefits.
If you want to learn more, talk to Dr. Kinney about whether CEREC technology is right for you.
Contact Keystone Dentistry for more information on CEREC same-day crowns.
Or:
- Call us at: (317) 575-1120
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