Same Day Crowns Specialist

What are same-day crowns?

Dental crowns are single-tooth replacements that fit over dental implants or prepared teeth. A crown can restore your tooth to its original shape and size, and Image Aesthetic Dentistry matches the color of the ceramic material for your crown to that of the original natural tooth. Once your same-day crown is complete and in place, most people won’t notice you have a crown at all.

Image Aesthetic Dentistry uses ceramic for dental crowns because the material is very strong. Furthermore, ceramic looks nearly identical to your natural tooth enamel. If your crown breaks, the team can repair it or create a new one using the original design.

Crowns work best for teeth that withstand lots of pressure in your bite, like your molars. If you want a crown for aesthetic reasons only and the tooth is in the front of your mouth, Image Aesthetic Dentistry might recommend a veneer for the tooth instead. Veneers attach to the front of your tooth only, while crowns fit over the whole tooth. 

When do I need a crown?

There are several reasons why you might need a dental crown. Image Aesthetic Dentistry might suggest getting a crown to reinforce the structure of a tooth or to cover cosmetic imperfections. Some common reasons for needing a dental crown include:

• Restoring a broken tooth
• Protecting a decayed tooth
• Covering a dental implant
• Holding a bridge in place
• Covering deep discoloration
• Improving a tooth’s shape or size

With same-day crowns, you can make these improvements right away. You’ll go home the night of your appointment with a custom crown that looks natural and fits perfectly among your other teeth.

What’s the process for getting same-day crowns?

When you come to Image Aesthetic Dentistry for a crown, the team starts the process by preparing your tooth. They remove 1-2 millimeters of your tooth to make room for a crown that doesn’t look bulky or unnatural. Then, they take 3D images of the inside of your mouth and use them to fabricate your crown. 

Image Aesthetic Dentistry uses the advanced CEREC system to create your crown the very same day, allowing you to complete the whole process in just one appointment. With CEREC, you don’t need any messy tooth impressions or a temporary crown to wear as you wait for your permanent crown. When your crown is ready, Image Aesthetic Dentistry checks the fit and cements it onto your tooth right away. 

To find out more about same-day crowns, call Image Aesthetic Dentistry or book an appointment online today.