Do you need to keep a broken tooth from cracking even further? Would you like to cover up a misshapen or discolored tooth? Have you recently had a root canal? In all of these situations, dental crowns can be the perfect solution. These tooth-shaped porcelain caps restore the original structure, function, and appearance of a tooth. The dental crown process used to take two dental appointments, but today, many dentists can conveniently provide CEREC same-day crowns. Just how long does it take to get a CEREC crown? Keep reading to find out!
How Long Will I Wait for a Same-Day Crown?
Instead of scheduling two separate visits, CEREC technology allows you to receive your dental crown in a single appointment. With CEREC, your dentist takes digital impressions of your teeth, which are then transmitted to an in-house computer and milling machine. After the computer generates a model of your crown, the machine begins creating it from a solid block of pressed ceramic. Once the crown is complete, your dentist has you try it on, makes any last-minute adjustments if needed, and then permanently fits it over your tooth. All in all, the process should only take between one and two hours.
Benefits of CEREC Crowns vs. Traditional Crowns
In addition to being quicker, CEREC same-day crowns come with other advantages over traditional crowns. For one, taking impressions is much easier because this system uses a digital scanner to capture the measurements of your teeth. This way, you don’t have to bite down on messy, foul-tasting, and gag-inducing putty for a minute or longer.
You’ll also avoid the inconveniences of wearing a temporary crown for several weeks while a separate dental lab crafts your final restoration. Temporary crowns might not fit correctly, and they’re more likely to break or come loose than permanent crowns. Thanks to CEREC, you can avoid this issue, as well as the stress of having to take time out of your schedule for two dental appointments rather than one.
Do Same-Day Crowns Last as Long?
Since CEREC crowns don’t take as long to make, you might be wondering whether they’re as durable as traditional crowns. The good news is that CEREC crowns are made from dental porcelain, an incredibly strong and lifelike material. In fact, these crowns often last just as long as traditional ones, allowing you to smile brightly for a decade or longer with the right care.
Ready to restore your tooth with a convenient solution? Get in touch with your dentist today to find out if a CEREC same-day dental crown is right for you!
About the Author
Since earning his dental doctorate from the University of Florida in 1980, Dr. Gary C. Nawrocki has completed thousands of hours of continuing education courses. He has even earned a prestigious Mastership status with the Academy of General Dentistry. He has always enjoyed helping patients achieve healthy, confident, and pain-free smiles, and at Nawrocki Dental of Cocoa Beach, he offers CEREC same-day crowns to make this process extra convenient. To learn more about CEREC crowns, you can contact Dr. Nawrocki by calling (321) 783-7514.