A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap placed over a tooth to protect it from further damage or decay. They are often placed after root canal therapy or to cover a damaged tooth. Traditionally, it takes two visits to complete this process.
At Pure Dental, same-day crowns are an innovative technique we use to restore your smile in just one day. Our dentists use CEREC technology to create the crown on-site, eliminating the need for a temporary crown and multiple visits.
The Procedure for Same-Day Crowns
A dental crown is a cap placed over a tooth to restore its function and appearance. Traditionally, it takes two visits to the dentist to get a dental crown placed.
During the first visit, the tooth is prepped for the crown, and then an impression is taken of the tooth and the surrounding teeth. The impression is sent to a lab where the crown is made. During the second visit, the temporary crown is removed, and the permanent crown is cemented.
However, at Pure Dental, you can get your crown in just one appointment!
Same-day crowns are made possible by using CAD/CAM technology. This technology allows our dentist in Lake Ridge, VA, to take digital impressions of your teeth and create the crown right in the office while you wait.
Our dentist will use an intraoral scanner to scan your tooth and create a 3D model on a computer. Then, the CEREC machine will mill the crown out of a block of ceramic material. Once it is ready, our dentist will place it in your mouth and make the necessary adjustments to ensure it fits properly.
The Benefits of Same-Day Crowns
Convenience
The most significant benefit of same-day crowns is their convenience for both dentists and patients. Patients typically need to visit the dentist at least twice with traditional crowns, with a temporary crown placed during the first appointment.
Same-day crowns streamline this process, allowing patients to receive their permanent crown in just one visit, saving time and reducing the inconvenience of multiple appointments.
Time-Savings
Traditional crown placement often involves several weeks for the dental laboratory to fabricate the crown. Same-day crowns leverage digital technology and in-office milling machines to create the crown on the spot, eliminating the need for this waiting period. Patients can leave the dental office with their new crown on the same day.
Improved Aesthetics
Same-day crowns in Lake Ridge, VA, are designed using advanced CAD/CAM technology, which allows for highly precise and customizable restorations. Our dentists can match the crown's color, shape, and size to the patient's natural teeth, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing and natural-looking restoration.
Same-day crowns are made from high-quality dental materials, ensuring durability and longevity just like traditional crowns. To learn more about the benefits of same-day crowns, visit Pure Dental at 4565 Daisy Reid Ave. #210, Lake Ridge, VA 22192, or call (571) 285-2577.