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Dental crowns are used to restore teeth that are damaged, decayed, or weakened, providing strength, functionality, and an improved appearance. Traditionally, receiving a dental crown required multiple visits, with temporary crowns placed while a permanent one was fabricated in a laboratory.
Advances in dental technology now allow for same-day crowns, often referred to as “Crown in a Visit.” This approach combines convenience with precision, reducing the time spent in the dental chair and eliminating the need for temporary restorations. At Alpha Dental Group, we utilise advanced CAD/CAM technology to create custom crowns efficiently and accurately.
A same-day crown is a permanent dental crown that can be designed, manufactured, and fitted in a single appointment. Using computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), dentists can capture a digital impression of the tooth, design the crown on-screen, and mill it from high-quality dental ceramic in the clinic.
This technology ensures that the crown fits precisely, matches the surrounding teeth, and restores the function and appearance of the damaged tooth. Patients benefit from fewer appointments, immediate results, and the elimination of temporary crowns, which can sometimes be uncomfortable or prone to loosening.
CAD/CAM technology allows dentists to create crowns that are highly accurate in fit and contour. Digital impressions eliminate potential errors associated with traditional moulds, ensuring the crown aligns perfectly with the patient’s bite and adjacent teeth.
Same-day crowns reduce the treatment process from multiple visits over several weeks to a single appointment. Patients leave with a fully restored tooth, minimising inconvenience and the need for repeated dental visits.
The crowns are milled from high-quality ceramic or porcelain materials, designed to match the colour, translucency, and shape of natural teeth. This ensures a seamless appearance and enhances the overall smile.
Digital impressions are less invasive than traditional moulds, avoiding the discomfort of impression trays and putty. The crown is also designed and fitted in one session, reducing the time teeth are exposed or temporarily covered.
Same-day crowns are made from strong, long-lasting materials that can withstand normal biting and chewing forces. With proper care, they can provide many years of service while preserving the underlying tooth structure.
The dentist will examine the tooth and surrounding structures, taking digital scans and X-rays if necessary. The assessment ensures the tooth is suitable for a crown and identifies any preparatory work needed, such as decay removal or root canal treatment.
The tooth is gently shaped to create space for the crown. CAD/CAM systems require only minimal removal of healthy tooth structure, preserving as much natural tooth as possible.
A digital scanner captures a detailed 3D image of the prepared tooth and surrounding teeth. This digital impression forms the basis for designing a crown that fits precisely and aligns with the bite.
Using CAD software, the dentist designs the crown, adjusting the shape, size, and occlusion to achieve a natural fit. The design is previewed on-screen before milling begins.
The crown is milled from a block of high-quality ceramic or porcelain within the clinic, often in under an hour. Once milled, the dentist checks the fit, makes minor adjustments if necessary, and bonds the crown to the tooth using dental cement.
After placement, the dentist ensures the bite is comfortable, the crown is properly aligned, and the aesthetics match adjacent teeth. Patients can immediately use the tooth for normal function.
Same-day crowns are suitable for teeth that are:
Not all cases may be suitable for same-day crowns, and the dentist will determine the best approach based on the tooth’s condition, location, and the patient’s overall oral health.
Proper care of a same-day crown ensures longevity:
With these precautions, a same-day crown can provide long-lasting function and aesthetic results.
Same-day crowns offer a modern, efficient, and comfortable solution for restoring damaged teeth. By combining precision CAD/CAM technology with high-quality materials, patients can receive a fully functional and aesthetically pleasing crown in a single visit, reducing the need for temporary restorations and multiple appointments.
If you require a dental crown or are interested in same-day restoration options, contact Alpha Dental Group to arrange a consultation. Our dental team will assess your needs, explain the procedure, and guide you through the process to restore both the function and appearance of your teeth efficiently.
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