Dental crowns are able to protect compromised teeth from further damage, often prolonging their longevity. It used to take several weeks for someone to get a new dental crown, but with modern dental techniques and technology, patients can get their restoration on the same day! Continue reading to learn more about how same-day dental crowns are made and exactly how long it will take.
How Are Same-Day Dental Crowns Made?
Making a same-day dental crown is a relatively straightforward process. First, a three-dimensional impression is taken of the teeth with the use of a small camera. The entire impression is made digitally, so there isn’t any need to bite into an uncomfortable mold to get impressions. After this, the same-day crown machine uses computer-aided designs and manufacturing to fabricate the tooth from a block of tooth-colored crown material. Since photos and computer models are so accurate, the crown is made to your dentist’s exact specifications. As soon as the crown is made, it is glazed and color-matched to fit the exact shade of your surrounding teeth. Lastly, the crown is placed.
How Long Does It Take to Make a Same-Day Dental Crown?
It usually takes about two hours for your crown to be crafted, and this can be completed in a single visit to the office. After your dentist reshapes your tooth for the crown, you just need to sit in the chair for a quick photo impression and the computer does pretty much all of the rest of the work for you. It only takes a few minutes for the crown to be placed when it is complete and then you will be on your way.
What Are the Benefits of Same-Day Dental Crowns?
Same-day dental crowns are both reliable and durable. The main difference between a traditional dental crowns is that they are much quicker to make. Crowns can last anywhere from 10 to 15 years or longer when cared for properly. They are made to be as comfortable as natural teeth and life-like!
Am I a Candidate for Same-Day Dental Crowns?
The only way to know if you are a good candidate for a crown is by seeing your dentist. This type of restoration is usually recommended for those who have:
- A severely decayed tooth with a large filling
- A broken tooth that needs additional support
- A tooth that has just received root canal therapy
- A tooth that is severely misshapen or discolored
Today, you can get a dental crown faster than ever before! Talk to your dentist to learn if a same-day dental crown is right for you!
About the Practice
At Elevate Dental, husband-and-wife team Dr. Mike Gibilisco and Dr. Kristen Gibilisco work together to serve patients of the Colchester community. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. To learn more about same-day dental crowns or to schedule an appointment, visit their website or call (802) 658-4873.