CEREC Same-Day Crowns – San Antonio, TX
Beautiful, Durable Crowns in Just One Visit
CEREC crowns have totally reshaped how dentists approach repairing and restoring compromised teeth. Not only does this method ensure incredible accuracy and precision when it comes to making these crowns, but it’s also remarkably rapid – patients can enjoy a brand-new crown on the very same day of their appointment. To learn more about CEREC same-day crowns in San Antonio or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Patel and our team, contact us today!
Why Choose HIC Dental – Implant & Family Dentistry for CEREC Same-Day Crowns?
- Dedicated Dentist with Several Years of Experience
- Compassionate Dental Team That Puts Patients First
- Dental Insurance Welcome & Financing Available
What Are CEREC Same-Day Dental Crowns?
CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) is a special type of technology that allows us to plan out, create, and place high-quality, lifelike dental restorations here in our office during a single appointment. Once placed, these crowns look and function just like traditional crowns, blending in seamlessly and giving your tooth the support it needs.
This is a far cry from the traditional restoration process, which typically takes place over multiple appointments throughout a few weeks. This is thanks to a special digital camera that can capture a detailed image of your tooth, combined with specialized computer software that designs the restoration. There’s also an in-house milling unit that skillfully carves the restoration from durable, natural-looking materials.
The Process of Getting a CEREC Same-Day Dental Crown
Once we’ve confirmed that a CEREC crown is a suitable solution for your needs, we’ll begin by cleaning your mouth and the tooth in question. We’ll then capture a digital blueprint of your mouth; this step is especially important because it lets us ensure that your new crown resembles your original healthy tooth as closely as possible.
From there, we’ll turn things over to our in-house milling machine, which will quickly manufacture your customized crown based on the specific measurements we’ve taken. Once it’s made, which shouldn’t take more than half an hour, it’ll still need to be polished, and a few small adjustments may be needed. However, once it’s placed, it’ll fit perfectly and blend in seamlessly with your other teeth. Dr. Patel will make sure everything looks and feels normal, and then you’ll be ready to enjoy your newly restored tooth!
The Benefits of CEREC Crowns vs. Traditional Crowns
When you receive a CEREC crown, you’re also gaining access to many unique benefits that traditional crowns do not offer, including:
- Convenience – While traditional crowns can take multiple weeks to create and place, you’ll quickly receive your CEREC restoration in one appointment.
- Precision – Thanks to the assistance of specialized technology, your crown won’t just be precisely manufactured; it’ll also offer impressive functionality and unparalleled beauty.
- Cost-Effectiveness – CEREC crowns are considered more cost-effective than traditional crowns since they don’t require extra appointments or other typical lab expenses and materials.