Same day crowns are a convenient way to restore a damaged, decayed or misshapen tooth in just one appointment. They use a digital impression (without the sticky putty) and a milling machine to create a ceramic crown that fits perfectly.
They also require less drilling than traditional crowns, meaning more of your natural teeth are preserved. So, who are they best for?
Metal Alloys
Similar to traditional same day crowns Laurel MD, same day crowns are crafted from durable dental materials that help restore function to damaged teeth. The difference is that same day crowns leverage digital imaging and CAD/CAM milling technology on site to streamline the process and reduce the timeline from two weeks to just one visit.
In addition to speed and efficiency, same day crowns can also benefit from improved aesthetics. They are fabricated from a single block of porcelain and ceramic, offering life-like color and translucency. This is a significant improvement over traditional crowns which must be built up layer by layer to achieve natural gradations and nuances in the crowns’ appearance.
However, same day crowns may not be ideal for patients with clenching or grinding habits. As the digital scanner can miss the areas at or below the gum line, this type of crown may have a weaker structure and esthetic result as compared to lab-made crowns.
Zirconia
The ceramic materials used for same day crowns can be matched to the color of natural teeth, ensuring that the restoration will blend in and look completely natural. These crowns are strong and durable, making them a good choice for back teeth that undergo heavy biting pressure. They are also less prone to fracture and breakage than traditional porcelain restorations.
Zirconia is a type of glass ceramic that is often used for same day crowns. It is extremely strong and durable, and it can be bonded to the tooth for a permanent restoration. It is also non-toxic and hypoallergenic, which makes it a great choice for patients with sensitive teeth or allergies.
Zirconia crowns can be made in-house with a milling unit, eliminating the need to send molds to an outside lab for fabrication. This process is faster, more convenient, and safer for patients. Moreover, it ensures that the crown is perfectly designed for your specific tooth.
Ceramic
The ceramic material used in same day crowns Laurel MD is durable and metal-free, providing strength while mimicking the natural appearance of teeth. With proper care, they can last up to 15 years. However, consuming heavily pigmented foods and beverages can lead to staining. Similarly, biting hard foods or using your teeth as tools can compromise longevity. Dr. K can provide patients with recommendations to help protect their same day crowns and prevent complications in the future.
The same day crown process at Metro Square Dental Associates starts with advanced digital scanning. Unlike traditional impression materials that cause discomfort, the intraoral scanner captures accurate 3D images of the tooth or teeth in need of restoration. The resulting data is sent to the computer, which designs a same day crown tailored to your unique needs and aesthetics. Then, our in-office milling machine carves the restoration from a solid block of the best material for same day crowns, which is both durable and beautiful.
Composite Resin
Composite resin is an oral restorative material that includes synthetic resins and glass or ceramic fillers. It has a putty-like consistency and is applied, molded, and smoothed to the tooth, then cured with a special curing light.
It’s often used to restore cracked or chipped teeth and repair minor dental decay. The process is less invasive than traditional crown methods, and the resulting restoration is durable and long-lasting.
The CEREC system uses digital imaging to scan the tooth that requires a crown and generate 3D images for fabrication. This eliminates the need for messy impressions and temporary crowns, and also ensures that your new caps will fit perfectly. In addition, the use of high-quality materials like zirconia and alumina make these caps strong, durable, and aesthetically pleasing. They’re also highly biocompatible, minimizing the risk of allergies or sensitivities.
