Can You Get a Dental Crown in One Appointment?
In many cases, you can. Heritage Lane Dental uses digital CAD/CAM technology to design, create and place custom dental crowns during a single visit.
A same-day crown can restore a damaged or weakened tooth without requiring a traditional impression, temporary crown and second placement appointment.
When Might You Need a Dental Crown?
A crown covers and protects the visible portion of a tooth. Our dentists may recommend one when a tooth is:
- Cracked, fractured or significantly worn
- Weakened by a large filling or dental decay
- Being restored after root canal treatment
- Misshapen or noticeably discoloured
- Unable to function comfortably without additional support
What Happens During a Same-Day Crown Appointment?
Your visit will generally include:
- An examination to determine whether a crown is appropriate
- Preparation of the damaged or weakened tooth
- A comfortable digital scan instead of a traditional impression
- The creation of a precise three-dimensional model
- Digital design of your custom restoration
- On-site milling of the crown from a tooth-coloured material
- Placement, adjustment, bonding and polishing
Is Every Crown Suitable for Same-Day Treatment?
Same-day crowns are an excellent option for many patients, but not every tooth or treatment situation is the same. Our dentists will examine your tooth and explain whether a same-day restoration or another approach would provide the best result.
Contact Heritage Lane Dental to learn whether you are a candidate for a same-day dental crown in South Edmonton. Call 780-465-6229 or request your consultation online.