Same Day Crowns: How Does It Work?
Same day crowns are the perfect solution for the busy individual.
It’s designed to repair damaged or weakened teeth in as little as one visit.
CEREC’s same-day crowns utilize modern dental technology to produce high-quality custom crowns for you.
In this blog, we’ll be answering the top questions you may have about same day crowns – such as how it works, the costs, and more.
How do same day crowns work?
CEREC technology turns a solid ceramic block into a crown that looks natural, blending in with the rest of your teeth.
A single block of porcelain is milled based on the digital impression your dentist takes and fits your tooth perfectly, allowing you to smile, laugh, and talk with confidence again.
What is CEREC?
CEREC stands for “Chairside Economic Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics.”
It’s a combination of technology, dental artistry, and computer manufacturing to create custom dental crowns to fix your teeth in a single appointment.
CEREC crowns are the same-day solution for a:
- Broken tooth
- Tooth decay
- Root canals
- Other smile imperfection
It’s a protective covering for your teeth and improves their:
- Shape
- Strength
- Appearance
What’s the difference between CEREC crowns and traditional dental crowns?
All dental crown restores your tooth’s appearance and function.
But:
With technology, you can achieve this in just one day.
Both procedures consist of x-rays and shaping your tooth to fit your new crown, but the similarities end there.
Your dentist can preserve more of your natural tooth because of the efficiency of a same-day procedure.
A traditional dental crown, also known as lab-made crowns:
- Has multiple appointments
- Requires manual impressions with a putty (think goopy mess!) that gets sent to another dental lab
- Takes around two weeks to build your new crown from metal
- Requires wearing a temporary crown made of acrylic before lab-made crown comes in
On the other hand, CEREC crowns:
- Uses an intraoral scanner to create a digital impression
- Sends impression to CAD/CAM software machine and creates a digital tooth restoration
- Have a milling machine that uses digital restoration to create a crown out of a ceramic block
- Allow the dentist to shade match and cement the crown to your tooth in one visit
Are same day crowns more expensive?
CEREC crown and a traditional crown are similar in cost.
But:
You may pay less with CEREC crowns because of the single visit.
You also get your permanent crown right away, eliminating the hassle of waiting weeks for a crown!
Saving time and money are some of the top perks, but our favorite one is that same day crowns are more precise than traditional crowns.
The cost depends on several factors, including:
- Number of dental crowns you need
- Geographic location
- A dentist’s expertise and training
Dental crowns are an investment that’ll last you years when done by trained dentists using high-quality materials.
How do I take care of my CEREC crown?
Your newly crowned teeth may be a bit sensitive for a few days after the procedure.
Avoid chewy or sticky food right after. After a few days, you’ll experience reduced hot and cold sensitivity to food, which means you’re ready to eat your favorite meals again.
Great oral hygiene will extend your crown’s life. To optimize your crown’s lifetime:
- Brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes
- Floss once a day
- Visit your dentist for routine check-ups
CEREC crowns can last anywhere between 10 to 15 years with proper care.
Where can I get CEREC crowns in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dental Arts Dr. Deb Cassill offers quality CEREC same-day crowns for our patients!
In addition to years of advancing our dental techniques, we also have a modernized dental office that’s COVID-19 safe and utilizes cutting-edge technology.
In addition to our restorative services, we also have:
Schedule your appointment today to keep your teeth in the best shape possible.
Or, you can reach us by:
- Calling: (319) 377-6504
- Emailing: info@joynerdentalarts.com
- Sending a message!
We look forward to serving you and welcome all patients from the neighboring communities around Cedar Rapids, including Marion, Hiawatha, Robins, Springville, Anamosa, Central City, and Center Point.
