A lot of times, when someone is sitting in our dental chair and we discover that a dental crown is needed to repair a damaged tooth, it’s followed by the patient making a groaning sound and a sigh. “That means the goopy impression stuff, right? And I have to wait for the crown to come in, right?”. Well, your Georgetown dental office now offers same-day crowns, and yes, it really is as easy as it sounds.
No More Goopy Stuff
Instead of doing those old plastic trays of the gaggy, goopy stuff to get an impression of your teeth, we use 3D CAD/CAM technology to create a three dimensional, virtual model of your prepared tooth. You’ll see us holding what looks like a magic wand to your mouth – this is the camera transmitting the imagery. Our CEREC software to match the exact specifications of your mouth.
The Milling Machine
Next, a ceramic block is chosen in a color shade that matches your existing teeth, and it goes into our milling machine. The machine custom mills your crown, similar to a big computerized saw or something you’d see in a manufacturing facility. It’s done within a few minutes, then we can test it to make sure it’s a proper fit.
A Crowning Achievement
Once the newly milled crown is ready, all that’s left is to apply anesthesia and bond the new crown to your tooth. There’s no temporary restoration, no waiting for something to come from “the lab”. It’s all done right here —- saving you not only valuable time but also money. These restorations can last over 10 years! There’s no metal or dangerous mercury to worry about (which of course, makes us really happy).
So at your next appointment at our Georgetown Dental office and find out that you need to have a crown to restore a tooth, don’t sweat it! We’ll have you fixed and on your way in no time. Give us a call today to see if a same-day crown can help your smile become more healthy and confident.