How Long Does It Take to Make a Same-Day Dental Crown?

Same-day crown technology is a game-changer in the world of dentistry. It eliminates the need for coordination with a third-party dental lab and can get your smile’s health back on track ASAP. But just how long does it take to make a same-day dental crown? What is involved in the process? This blog post explains.

The Same-Day Crown Process

As their name implies, same-day crowns are created using a streamlined process that can often be completed in just one day. Here is an overview of how they are made:

• First, your dentist prepares your tooth by removing old restorative material, decay, and some enamel from your tooth.
• Once your tooth is ready, your dental team uses advanced scanning technology to capture a digital impression of your mouth. This process is fast, easy, and comfortable.
• Using advanced software, your dentist designs your crown. Its color, shape, and size should all be a perfect complement to your unique smile.
• An in-house ceramic milling unit carves the crown out of a single block of dental-grade ceramic.
• Your dentist double-checks the crown to make sure it meets their expectations before placing it in your mouth.
• You can go home and start enjoying the benefits of your beautiful new permanent restoration!

How Long Does It Take?

Typically, patients at Dr. Berkal’s office get their crowns in one visit that is scheduled for about 2-3 hours. It is also worth noting that sometimes cases become more complicated which can change the timeline. For example, as the Dr. is preparing your tooth, she may determine root canal therapy or other treatments are necessary. These services typically need to be completed at separate appointments and need to be done before the final crown is placed.

During your restorative consultation, your dental team can give you a personalized estimate for just how long your treatment might take.

Same-day crown technology can shorten your path to a healthier, more confident smile! Talk to your dentist if you have questions about this process or what you can expect from it.

Meet Dr. Berkal

Our team is proud to operate under the leadership of Dr. Brenda Berkal, who has been working in the dental field for more than 45 years. She is enthusiastic about using technology to make the patient experience easier and more efficient, which is why we offer same-day crowns. To learn more about Dr. Berkal or how our team may be able to serve you, contact us at 603-434-4090.