Same Day CEREC Crowns: How You Can Get a New Crown in Just One Visit

In today’s world, we’re all about convenience. It seems, no matter how much we knock off of our to-do list, something else is popping up. That’s why so many patients put off getting a dental crown. They assume that they’ll have to make multiple appointments with the dentist, and who has time for that, anyway?

But here’s the thing. Modern dental technology has come a long way. If you have tooth decay, your dental treatment plan may no longer require multiple trips to the dental chair to get your smile healthy again. And the solution? CEREC crowns.

In this article, we’ll tell you all about how CEREC crowns can help treat your cavities, all in one visit.

What is a CEREC crown?

Not sure what a CEREC crown is? No worries. We’re happy to explain. CEREC stands for chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramics. It’s a type of custom-made ceramic crown designed, created, and placed all in one visit. Using advanced digital impressions and 3D technology, your dentist at Compass Dental Group can design a precise and comfortable restoration that fits your tooth perfectly, without the need for messy impression trays or a temporary crown.

Once your tooth is prepared, a digital scan is taken and sent to an in-office milling machine. This small machine crafts your new ceramic crown on the spot, shaped and shaded to blend with your natural smile. Within a couple of hours, your dentist bonds the crown securely in place.

Because CEREC crowns are made entirely from ceramic and lack a metal core, they reflect light much like natural enamel. That means your friends might never notice that you have a crown at all. The result is a strong, long-lasting, and natural-looking restoration that restores both the function and appearance of your teeth in just one appointment.

The One Day CEREC Process 

Let’s talk about how dental crowns have been handled historically, before we get into the time savings that come with a CEREC crown. If your tooth decay was extensive enough to require a dental crown instead of a filling, it typically meant at least two appointments spread out over a couple of weeks before your treatment was completed.

The process usually started with taking physical impressions of your teeth using a gooey material that many patients found uncomfortable. Those impressions were then sent to an off-site dental lab where your crown was custom made, and that process could take one to two weeks (if not more). 

In the meantime, you’d wear a temporary crown to protect your teeth until your permanent one was ready. Once the new crown arrived, you’d return for a second appointment to have it placed and adjusted.

While this traditional method is still available and produces excellent results, many patients today prefer the faster, more convenient, CEREC option. Instead of waiting weeks, you can walk out of your appointment with a permanent crown already in place.

Here’s how the one day process works:

• Digital scan of your teeth (no messy molds)
• Crown is digitally designed using 3D imaging
• Ceramic crown is milled right in the office
• Dentist places, adjusts, and polishes your new crown the same day

It’s that simple. No waiting, no temporary crown, and no second visit needed. And we promise, it’s not too good to be true.

What Patients in Maryville Love CEREC Crowns 

Not very long ago, the Pew Research Center conducted an analysis that found that about 60% of adults in the U.S. were too busy to enjoy life. That sure says a lot about how busy we are and everything we need to get done each day.

And that’s just one of the reasons why the team at Compass Dental Group, your Maryville dentist, loves offering CEREC crowns to our patients. But that’s not the only benefit.

Check out this list of why people love CEREC crowns as much as we do. 

• Saves time and eliminates multiple visits (clearly, we can’t emphasize this point enough)
• No need for a temporary crown
• Designed, created, and placed in one appointment
• Matches the color and shape of your natural teeth
• Feels comfortable right away with little to no adjustment
• Strong, long-lasting ceramic material
• No metal means no dark lines near the gumline
• Digital impressions make the process quick and easy
• Lets you get back to your routine without delay

Learn More About CEREC Crowns at Your Maryville Dentist

At Compass Dental, we believe that quality and convenience can go hand-in-hand. Same day CEREC crowns are a great example of how advanced technology supports both. They restore your smile efficiently while maintaining the high standards of care you expect from our team. If you’ve been told you need a crown, ask us about CEREC and how it fits into your personalized treatment plan. It’s one more way our Maryville dental care team supports your general dentistry needs and overall health.

If you are overdue for a professional dental cleaning or suspect you have a cavity, request an appointment with us today.