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Enjoy the Convenience of Same Day Crowns

For decades, fixing a broken or decayed tooth with a dental crown was a long process. You had to visit the dentist multiple times, wear an uncomfortable temporary cap, and wait weeks for a lab to make your permanent tooth. But those days are in the past. Twin Aspen Dental Center offers same-day dental crowns in Parker, CO, to restore your smile in a single appointment. We use a system called CEREC, or Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, which enables our dentists to design, create, and place a ceramic crown during a single visit.

 

What Is Same-Day Dental Crown Treatment?

A dental crown is a cap that completely covers a tooth, restoring its shape and appearance. It’s used when a tooth is too damaged for a simple filling but still has healthy roots. The crown restores the tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance.

In the past, a dentist would take a gooey molud of your mouth and send it to a dental laboratory. You would wear a plastic temporary crown while the lab made your real one. Inevitably, that plastic temporary crown would fall off at the most inconvenient time possible! Same-day dental crown treatment removes the middleman. Instead of sending work to an outside lab, we have a specialized lab right in our office. We use a computer and a milling machine to make the crown while you wait.

Various Types of Dental Crowns

Several different materials are used to make crowns. The type you get may depend on which tooth needs fixing and the amount of force you apply when you chew. Among the common dental crown materials are metal – including gold and other alloys – porcelain fused to metal, and resin. However, for same-day procedures, we focus on high-quality ceramics because they’re strong and most closely resemble natural teeth. Porcelain can be matched to the exact shade of your smile.

A dentist placing a same-day dental crown on a patient using specialized tools in Parker, CO

Step-by-Step Process for CEREC Same-Day Dental Crown Treatment

Many patients are surprised by how easy the dental crown procedure is. When you get yours at Twin Aspen Dental Center, you can expect:

  • Preparation – First, your dentist will numb the area so that you don’t feel any pain. They’ll remove any decay and shape the tooth so that the crown will fit perfectly over it.
  • Digital Scan – We use a small camera wand to take a digital picture of your tooth. It’s fast, comfortable, and very accurate.
  • Design – The digital picture appears on a computer screen. The dentist then uses special software to design your new tooth in 3D.
  • Milling – Once the design is ready, the computer sends the information to our milling machine, which is like a 3D printer but carves from a block of color-matched ceramic in 20 minutes or less.
  • Placement – The dentist checks the new crown to ensure it fits your bite and looks perfect. Then, we’ll polish it and bond it securely to your tooth.

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Benefits of Same-Day Crowns

Choosing same-day crowns offers many advantages over the traditional method. Among the most significant benefits are:

  • Time Savings – The biggest benefit is self-explanatory. You only need one appointment. This means only one shot of anesthesia and less time in the dental chair.
  • No Temporary Crowns – Temporary crowns can be annoying. They often don’t fit well, can fall off while eating, and feel rough. With same-day treatment, you skip the temporary crown entirely.
  • Comfort – Because we use digital scans instead of impression goop, the process is much more comfortable, especially if you have a sensitive gag reflex.
  • Natural Look – The ceramic material we use reflects light just like real teeth. Your new tooth will blend in perfectly with your smile.
  • Strength – The milling process creates a crown that’s structurally sound, ensuring it lasts for many years.

Why You Should Choose Twin Aspen Dental Center

Twin Aspen Dental Center combines advanced technology with compassionate care. We know that going to the dentist can make some people nervous. Our team is dedicated to making you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout your visit.

We have extensive experience with CEREC technology. Whether you have a broken tooth emergency or need to fix an old filling, we’re here to help restore your smile.

Contact Us in Parker, CO, Today

Don’t let a damaged tooth ruin your day or your smile. Our dental crown procedure can have you grinning with confidence again in just one day. Contact our dentists in Parker, CO, to learn more about same-day dental crowns or schedule an appointment.

Take the First Step Towards a Better Smile