You can’t say modern dentistry doesn't offer convenience on top of better, healthier results. If you need a dental crown, you most likely found out about “same-day” crowns.
These types of crowns are essentially done in just one sitting, allowing you to restore your smile without having to wait weeks or even more for a custom one to be made in a lab. But are Mandeville same-day crowns as good as the normal ones?
Find the answer in this short blog post.
Dental crowns are usually necessary to restore the full strength and function of a tooth that’s been damaged in some way.
This can be a cavity that forces the dentist to remove a lot of the natural tooth tissue, a chip, or even a crack or fracture. Dental crowns are designed to go over the natural tooth. For teeth that are missing altogether, you’d need a dental implant or at least a bridge to replace them.
Most same-day crowns aren’t that different from the traditional ones: they are durable, made to suit your specific measurements and tooth color, and help protect your natural tooth for years to come.
The reason why this is even possible is simply technology. For example, at Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, Dr. Charles Schof will use PlanScan® technology in order to provide you with a same-day tooth restoration made entirely out of quality ceramic.
First, Dr. Schof will scan your teeth and create 3D images of them in order to get your exact measurements.
The images are then used to create a digital model of your crown or other prosthetic, such as veneers, onlays, or bridges. Thanks to this system, the result is incredibly accurate and allows the crown to quickly be ready in just a few hours, after which it is permanently bonded to your natural tooth.
All in all, you could potentially be getting a perfectly matched crown in just one visit, and walk out of the office with a fully restored smile!
Although the crown itself can be done in just one visit, Dr. Schof will make sure he first addresses your overall oral health concerns to set the stage for the crown. This could mean needing multiple appointments.
For example, if you require an extraction, your same-day bridge will only be created once the extraction site is healed. The same goes if you wish to whiten your teeth before getting a dental crown - you will need to go through a few appointments to get to your desired tooth shade before getting the crown.
But Dr. Schof will explain the entire process during your first consultation. If you’re ready to get started, book your appointment at Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence today!
